The state of São Paulo is the national leader in own generation of solar energy, reaching the mark of 4,5 GW of installed power in operation in homes, businesses, industries, rural properties and public buildings, according to the ABSOLAR (Brazilian Photovoltaic Solar Energy Association).
With more than 472 thousand operational connections, spread across all 645 municipalities, are more than 557 thousand consumers of energy through solar self-generation.
Also according to ABSOLAR, since 2012, the region has accumulated an investment of more than $ 20,9 billion, more than 122 thousand jobs and the collection of R$ 6,2 billion for public coffers attracted by the self-generation of solar energy.
According to Pedro Drumond, state coordinator of ABSOLAR In São Paulo, the advancement of solar energy is fundamental for the social, economic and environmental development of Brazil, in addition to helping to diversify the supply of electricity, reducing pressure on water resources and the risk of a red flag on the electricity bill.
“The state of São Paulo is currently an important center for the development of solar energy. Photovoltaic technology represents enormous potential for generating jobs and income, attracting private investment and collaborating in the fight against climate change,” he adds.
Rodrigo Sauaia, executive president of ABSOLAR, highlights that the growth of Brazil's own solar energy generation strengthens its sustainability and international protagonism, eases family budgets and increases the competitiveness of Brazilian production sectors.
“We have a huge opportunity to use technology in social programs, such as affordable housing under the Minha Casa Minha Vida program, in universalizing access to electricity through the Luz para Todos program, as well as in its use in public buildings, such as schools, hospitals, health centers, police stations, libraries, museums, parks, among others, helping to reduce government spending on electricity so that they have more resources to invest in health, education, public safety and other priorities of Brazilian society,” he concludes.
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