CPFL Energia has completed the development of its 5 MWp Capim Branco solar photovoltaic project located in Uberlandia town, Minas Gerais, Brazil.
The BRL21.7 million (US$ 5.8 million) will power up to 280 of the telecom's stations in Minas Gerais, which represents approximately 18% of the company's total consumption in the state.
The facility consists of 15,540 PV panels, 37 inverters, and four transformers, covering an estimated 85,000 sq.m area. The facility can produce up to 9,300 MWh per year, enough to supply 3,875 families.
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March 20, 2019
Petrobras closes sale of 90% stake in Transportadora Associada de Gás to Engie
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March 19, 2019
Atlas closes on USD$152 M financing for three solar plants in Brazil
Atlas Renewable Energy has announced the completion of long-term financing of three of its solar energy plants in Brazil for a total amount of USD152 million.
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March 01, 2019
Cemig commissions solar PV project in Minas Gerais
Brazilian utility Cia Energetica de Minas Gerais SA (Cemig) has started the operation of its solar photovoltaic project located in Janauba municipality, Minas Gerais state in Brazil. ...
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February 26, 2019
CADE approves Omega Geracao's acquisition of 303 MW Assuruá wind complex
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February 26, 2019
Cobra enters agreement with Bolognesi to acquire 1,280 MW thermal power plant in Brazil
Cobra, a unit of ACS, has entered into an agreement with Brazilian group Bolognesi to acquire and develop a 1,280 MW thermoelectric power plant in the State of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.&nbs...
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