How will energy storage regulation shape Brazil's energy future?

By advancing energy storage regulation, the agency seeks to enhance system efficiency, accommodate renewable energy growth, and empower stakeholders across the energy sector. ANEEL opens the second phase of Public Consultation on energy storage regulation to shape Brazil’s energy future.

Is energy storage a solution to Brazil's growing renewables capacity?

ANEEL’s announcement is timely and shows an interest in pushing energy storage to be considered as a solution to Brazil’s growing renewables capacity and urgent need to fill the transmission infrastructure gap.

When will the energy storage initiative start in Brazil?

In April 2016, the Brazilian National Regulatory Authority (“ ANEEL ”) published the first draft of a three-year energy storage initiative in the context of its R&D programme for technological innovation in the power sector, which was launched in 2012. The initiative is expected to launch this year and project selection will be concluded in 2017.

What are the challenges for energy storage in Brazil?

Another challenge for energy storage in Brazil will be access to capital. Given the current unfavourable economic conditions, it is not clear how long it will take for energy storage to benefit from large-scale investments. 5.

Can foreigners invest in battery storage businesses in Brazil?

Investment, incentives and taxation scenarios According to Brazilian law, there are no legal restrictions on direct foreign investment in the battery storage businesses or in the power sector (except in very specific segments or sectors of the economy).

Could pumped hydro be the missing piece in Brazil's energy system?

Conclusion Although energy storage solutions have yet to be widely deployed in Brazil, generation flexibility remains a scarce commodity. Therefore, storage projects, including pumped hydro, could be the missing piece needed to enhance the country’s energy system.