Hydro capacity accounted for 15.4% of total power plant installations globally in 2023, according to GlobalData, with total recorded hydro capacity of 1,407GW. This is expected to contribute 10.9% by the end of 2030 with capacity of installations aggregating up to 1,562GW. Of the total global hydro capacity, 7.81% is in Brazil. Listed below are the five largest upcoming hydro power plants by capacity in Brazil, according to GlobalData’s power plants database. GlobalData uses proprietary data and analytics to provide a complete picture of the global hydro power segment. Buy the latest hydro power plant profiles here.
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1. Jatoba
The Jatoba is a 2,338MW hydro power project located in Tocantins, Brazil. It is being developed by Centrais Eletricas Brasileiras. The project is currently in announced stage. The project is expected to enter commercial operation in 2033. The project is owned by Centrais Eletricas Brasileiras. Buy the profile here.
2. Jamanxim
Jamanxim is a 882MW hydro power project in Para, Brazil. The project is expected to come online by 2032. The project is currently in announced stage. Buy the profile here.
3. Cachoeira do Cai
The 800MW Cachoeira do Cai is located in Para, Brazil. The hydro project is currently in announced stage. The commercial operation of the project is expected in 2033. Buy the profile here.
4. Itapiranga
The Itapiranga is a 725MW hydro power project. It is planned in Santa Catarina, Brazil. The project is currently in announced stage. It will be developed by Statkraft Energias Renovaveis. Post completion of construction, the project is expected to get commissioned by 2026. Statkraft Energias Renovaveis is the owner of the project. Buy the profile here.
5. Bem Querer
The 650MW hydro project, Bem Querer is expected to get commissioned by 2027. It The project is currently in announced stage. Buy the profile here.
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