USTDA Supports Smart Grid Deployment in Brazil
September 27, 2021
(USTDA)
Arlington, VA – The U.S. Trade and Development Agency awarded a grant to the
Brazilian Association of Electricity Distributors (ABRADEE) for technical
assistance to enable large-scale smart grid deployment throughout Brazil.
“USTDA’s assistance will support ABRADEE’s efforts to create an enabling
environment for smart grid technologies. Ultimately, this effort will help
transform how electricity is distributed to the majority of Brazil’s
consumers,” said Enoh T. Ebong, USTDA’s Acting Director. “Our support for
this activity reflects USTDA’s commitment to advancing smart and sustainable
energy solutions in Brazil, in partnership with U.S. industry.”
USTDA’s technical assistance will assess public policy and economic regulation
models to facilitate investments and encourage the modernization of electricity
distribution networks across the country. ABRADEE members represent 41 private
and public electric distribution companies in Brazil, operating in all regions
of the country, and serving 99.8% of Brazilian consumers.
ABRADEE President, Marcos Madureira, said: “USTDA’s grant will provide
Brazilian electricity distributors an opportunity to collaborate with U.S.
industry and observe how the United States has developed smart grids and
regulatory best practices. This will allow us to anticipate potential challenges
and identify solutions that will work for Brazil.”
This technical assistance supports the international climate and economic
cooperation priorities of the U.S. government, including USTDA’s Global
Partnership for Climate-Smart Infrastructure and the U.S.-Brazil Energy Forum.
U.S. businesses interested in submitting proposals for the USTDA-funded
technical assistance should visit www.ustda.gov/work/bid-on-an-overseas-project.
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