Casa dos Ventos, specialized in renewable energy generation, and ArcelorMittal Brasil, the largest steel producer in Brazil, announced the anticipation of the commercial operation of Babilônia Centro Wind Complex, built and operated by both companies.
The project, located in Bahia, is already operating with 28 of the 123 planned wind turbines, 13 weeks ahead of the original project schedule. The advance was approved in January by ANEEL (National Electric Energy Agency).
According to the companies, the wind complex will become hybrid with an additional solar plant, reaching a total installed capacity of 800 MW upon completion.
“The anticipation of the operation, a result of our constant search for efficiency and commitment to excellence, positions Casa dos Ventos as a reference in the renewable energy market. Our knowledge of the sector and the quality of our team were fundamental to this result”, highlights Lucas Araripe, executive director of Casa dos Ventos.
“The Babilônia Centro Wind Complex demonstrates ArcelorMittal’s commitment to decarbonization through the application of renewable energy in its production process,” says Jefferson De Paula, president of ArcelorMittal Brazil and CEO of Long Steel and Mining LATAM.
“Globally, the Group was a pioneer in the sector by establishing the global goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050. In this journey, the energy transition is a fundamental step, which is why we increased our investments in energy projects in Brazil, which total R$5,8 billion”, he adds.
“We are also proud to see our XCarb steel, with a low carbon footprint, used in the construction of a project of this importance”, concludes De Paula.
During peak construction, more than 1,4 professionals are involved. In total, the project will generate more than 4,5 direct and indirect jobs.
Sustainability in the complex design
The foundation of the wind turbines in this wind complex is made with ArcelorMittal 50 S XCarb rebar, a low carbon footprint steel produced exclusively by the company in its plants in Brazil.
The production of ArcelorMittal 50 S XCarb uses 100% metal scrap as raw material in its composition and 100% renewable electrical energy, ensuring a reduction of around 60% in emissions compared to the company's traditional rebar. This special production classifies the rebar in the “XCarb – Recycled and Renewably Produced” category.
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