Brazil now has 60 gigawatts (GW) of operational solar power capacity, according to a new report by the Brazilian Association of Photovoltaic Solar Energy (Absolar).
Since 2012, the photovoltaic sector has attracted over BRL 270 billion (approximately $49 billion) in investments, created more than 1.8 million jobs, and contributed over BRL 84.4 billion in tax revenue, the association reports.
Brazil’s solar capacity is divided into 42.1 GW from small and medium-sized systems and 17.9 GW from large-scale solar plants. Solar now accounts for 23.5% of the country’s total installed power capacity, making it the second-largest energy source in Brazil’s electricity grid.
The report highlights that solar power has already prevented around 88.3 million tons of CO₂ emissions, supporting Brazil’s energy transition. However, despite significant growth over the past decade, the sector still faces challenges that hinder wider adoption of sustainable energy. Key obstacles include renewable energy generation cuts without proper compensation for affected businesses and difficulties in connecting small-scale solar systems to the grid.
To address these issues, Absolar is advocating for solutions within Provisional Measures No. 1300/2025 and 1304/2025, which focus on electricity sector reform and are currently under review in Brazil’s National Congress. The association believes these measures could help expand access to solar technology and accelerate the transition to sustainable energy.
Ronaldo Koloszuk, Chairman of Absolar’s Board of Directors, emphasized solar energy’s vast potential in Brazil and its economic and environmental benefits.
“Solar technology can reduce consumer electricity costs by up to 90%, easing financial burdens on households and businesses while boosting competitiveness,” Koloszuk said. “With the sharp decline in equipment prices in recent years and the new ‘red flag level 2’ tariff system now in effect, solar power has become even more attractive for Brazilian consumers.”
The report underscores solar energy’s growing role in Brazil’s energy mix, reinforcing its importance in driving economic growth and sustainability.
