International Group is looking to buy PCHs in Brazil

International Group is interested in acquiring Brazilian PCHs in operation, with a power output exceeding 10 MW. They study also the purchase of hydroelectric units in preparation (LI), under development or in inventory. 

• For more information: reds@globo.com

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REDS

Great Opportunity - Wind Farms in Northeast Brazil for Sale (100%)

Two wind farms with total power of 151.9 MW. Both wind farms with PPA (Rates PROINFA).

• Wind farm (1) with a 51.2 MW, in operation since 2010, with a capacity factor of 34%, and 152500 MWh contracted.
• Wind farm (2) with 100.7 MW in final stage of construction and assembly, to start operation in the first half of 2012, with a capacity factor of 30%, and 267300 MWh contracted.

Based on these preliminary data, the client interested in buying these wind farms shall formalize a LOI / NDA to have acess to all informations and documentations of these wind farms.

• For more informations: reds@globo.com

Marcus Parpinelli

Electric Cars in Brazil, not yet ...

International groups are keen to bring to Brazil, in large-scale, electric cars.

Recently, in the REDS, we receive these investors to discuss on the viability of that business in Brazil and its consequences. We all know that replacing the current cars by electric models is one possible solution for the reductions of emissions of pollutant gases, and of the greenhouse effect caused by this pollution.

However, before any entrepreneurial initiative of this kind, we have to project the impact of this change (the increased demand for electric energy) in the current power generating capacity in Brazil.

Just as an example, the impact of this change of energy source (replace vehicles powered by gasoline, diesel and ethanol by electric models) if implemented only in the state of São Paulo, will require building a new hydroelectric with power equal of the Itaipu.

So it's not moment yet ...

Marcus Parpinelli

Solar Energy in Brazil, already in 2012

EPE (Energy Research Company, linked to the Brazilian government) is making a proposal for how would the introduction of solar energy in the country. The expectation is that this proposal will be ready by the end of 2011, to be forwarded to the Ministry of Mines and Energy.

Everything indicates that the model that will be approved in Brazil, will be to decentralized generation, or distributed generation which is the gateway to the source in the energy matrix.

This generation model is the most competitive, with the value of the electricity tariff paid by the consumer. Since, at this juncture, centralized generation is not feasible for solar energy, compared with other sources.

• For more information:  reds@globo.com

Marcus Parpinelli

Ukrainian Technology to Brazil

Group of Ukraine, owner of new technology of wind turbines, already installed and tested extensively, and with better performance and greater energy production proven, seeks partnership in Brazil, for the development of wind farms with their technology.

• For more information: reds@globo.com

Marcus Parpinelli

New Opportunities in Sector of Energy

1.  French Group associated with major South Korean conglomerate want to invest in Brazil and other South American countries, in projects of wind parks, solar farms and plants waste treatment with energy generation. They provide full funding of the technology, but with condition of supply of the necessary equipments and PPA signed.

2.  American company associated with the state-owned Chinese want to invest (equity) or finance large solar projects in Brazil, preferably. They also are willing to consider projects in others South American countries.

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For more information: reds@globo.com

REDS Opportunities

We represent international financial group, in South America, for granting loans, under special conditions, to finance large projects, especially in strategic sectors of infrastructure, heavy construction, shipbuilding, oil and gas, electric energy, and other. So we seek business opportunities and projects that require large funding, of US$ 1 billion to $ 35 billion.

We represent Brazilian group, of the energy sector, interested in selling two small hydro (2.5 MW and 14 MW), both in operation, and with financial returns in excess of 10% per year. Base price: equivalent to US$ 5.7 million / MW installed.

We represent Brazilian company, of the energy sector, interested in a strategic partner for the construction and operation of two TPP (thermal power plant, at gas) of 500 MW designed in modular system, with planned expansion to up to 1500 MW each. Both projects with expected return of 16% per year, and investment equivalent to US$ 1.2 million / MW installed.

We represent other Brazilian  companies of technology, interested in developing cost-effective energy efficiency projects (LED and Smart Grid), sewage treatment, solid waste and recyclables.

Marcus Parpinelli
For more information: reds@globo.com 

The Charter of the Sun of Rio de Janeiro

In Brazil, some initiatives to encourage the development of solar energy are materializing.

Recently, the Government of Rio de Janeiro signed a document that brings 14 proposals to encourage the production and use of solar energy in the state, prepared by the Department of Graduate Programs in Engineering of the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, called "The Charter of the Sun".

This important document brings together proposals for tariff reductions in distribution and transmission of energy, the introduction of the solar photovoltaics energy in the Incentive Program for Electric Power Supplies, the creation of training programs and training of hand work to act at all stages of the production chain, and using the instrument of environmental licensing for promotion of photovoltaic energy.

In addition, advocates the use of solar panels, highlighting their advantages, considering the favorable climatic conditions of Brazil, the availability of natural resources for the production of plates, and the fact that this type of energy not dependent on major transmission lines, which reduces the cost of generation and distribution.

Soon, this energy sector of Brazil will create many opportunities and great investments.

Marcus Parpinelli