Statkraft, Europe’s largest producer of renewable energy, has inaugurated new solar farms and battery facilities in Brazil during the COP30 climate summit in Belém.
The hybrid projects aim to harness the country’s solar and wind potential to support global emission reduction goals.
Norway’s Minister of Climate and Environment Andreas Bjelland Eriksen, Bahia Governor Jerônimo Rodrigues, and Statkraft CEO Birgitte Ringstad Vartdal inaugurated the Morro do Cruzeiro Solar (76MWp) and Santa Eugênia Solar (198MWp) plants in Bahia.
The company is also commissioning the 69MWp Serrita solar farm in Pernambuco later this year. Together, the three solar farms represent a total investment of 2.3 billion NOK and will add 340MWp of clean energy to Brazil’s power system – around 5% of the country’s new solar capacity in 2025.
The farms are expected to generate 789GWh of electricity annually – more than Norway’s total annual solar production – and, together with associated wind projects, produce 3,400GWh each year. Statkraft estimates the projects will save 111,000 tonnes of CO₂ annually.
“These projects directly support the global goals to triple renewable energy capacity, ensure a just transition from fossil fuels, and foster local development in a sustainable way,” said Birgitte Ringstad Vartdal, Statkraft’s President and CEO.
Fernando de Lapuerta, Executive Vice President of Statkraft’s international business, added: “By investing in innovative renewable solutions and working closely with local communities, we are not only supporting Brazil’s energy transition but also contributing to global climate goals.”
According to Statkraft’s latest Green Transition Scenarios, limiting global warming to 1.9 °C remains possible under optimistic conditions, though current progress risks pushing temperatures up by around 2.4 °C.
“Solar energy, in combination with batteries and wind power, is the fastest and cheapest way to cut emissions and ensure a just transition,” said Lapuerta.
With these new installations, Statkraft Brazil’s portfolio reaches 2.3GW, positioning the company among the country’s major renewable energy producers.
“We are committed to generating positive social impact by creating employment opportunities, enhancing local infrastructure, and establishing vocational training programmes,” said Thiago Tomazzoli, Statkraft Brazil’s Country Manager.
