Recording of Thursday, August 27, 2026 | The smarter E South America Conferences 2026 | Language: English | Duration: 95:37 .

Key Trends and Challenges in Brazil's Energy and Electric Vehicle Sectors

The discussions highlight significant developments in Brazil's energy and electric vehicle sectors. Key speakers emphasized the importance of website accessibility and the role of renewable energy in Brazil's electrical matrix, which is seeing substantial growth driven by sources like wind and solar. Electric vehicles are gaining traction due to environmental benefits and expanding charging infrastructure, bolstered by government incentives. Challenges remain in managing intermittent energy sources, particularly in hydroelectric power, which is facing operational stresses during peak hours. Storage solutions, including battery systems, are becoming essential to mitigate grid strain and ensure consistent energy supply. The potential for lithium batteries and innovative microgrid solutions is explored, indicating a shift towards more sustainable energy practices. Pricing dynamics and market adaptations are critical topics, especially regarding the integration of self-producing industries and the impact of regulatory changes on energy tariffs. Overall, Brazil's energy landscape is evolving, requiring strategic approaches to balance demand and supply effectively.

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Large Consumers, Data Centers, and Telecom: How Energy Storage is Used in Energy-Intensive Sectors

Energy-intensive sectors are increasingly seeking solutions to reduce costs, enhance reliability, and ensure greater predictability in electricity supply. This session will discuss how battery energy storage systems can be used by large consumers, data centres, telecommunications companies, and self-generation projects. The panel will address sizing criteria, actual use cases, economic and operational benefits, and the challenges of integrating BESS into the energy strategies of businesses that depend on continuous, secure, and competitive power supplies.

Talks of this session:

Welcome and Introduction

Speaker

Dr. Vinicius Suppion
Technical and Regulatory
ABSOLAR - Associação Brasileira de Energia Solar Fotovoltaica
Brazil

Platform for the Optimal Sizing of Sustainable Microgrids in Data Centers

Speaker

Dr. Gláucio Roberto Tessmer Hax
Researcher
CPQD
Brazil

Business Models Involving Storage for Large Consumers

Speaker

Clarissa Sadock
CEO
Comerc Energia
Brazil

Energy Storage Applications in Energy-Intensive Sectors

Speaker

Vinicius Berná
Executive Director of Sales and New Business
UCB Power
Brazil

Storage as a Strategic Tool for Self-Generation of Energy in Industry

Speaker

Paulo Sehn
Director of Energy
ABIAPE - Associação Brasileira dos Investidores em Autoprodução de Energia
Brazil

Q&A