The Growth of Renewable Energy in Brazil from a Global Perspective: A Systematic Review of Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities

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https://doi.org/10.47456/bjpe.v11i3.48352
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renewable energy, Brazil, energy sustainability, challenges and opportunities, systematic review
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This article presents a systematic literature review aimed at identifying and consolidating the main trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the growth of renewable energy in Brazil from a global perspective. Based on the PRISMA guidelines and a qualitative and quantitative analysis of publications from 2010 to 2025, seven core studies were selected from the Scopus database, complemented by other relevant academic sources. The results highlight advances in energy storage technologies, such as pumped hydro storage (PHS), the rise of green hydrogen, the decentralization of electricity generation, and Brazil’s international leadership in the renewable sector. However, significant challenges remain, including regulatory bureaucracy, transmission infrastructure deficiencies, and socio-environmental conflicts. The study concludes that Brazil's energy transition requires greater coordination between science, public policy, and social inclusion to ensure a sustainable, fair, and competitive energy future.

Author Biographies
  1. Christian Gianelli da Silva, Federal University of Ouro Preto

    Currently, he is a Master's student in Electrical Engineering at the Federal University of Ouro Preto (UFOP). He holds a Bachelor's degree in Control and Automation Engineering from Pitágoras University, a Postgraduate degree in Industry 4.0 also from Pitágoras University, a specialization in Occupational Safety Engineering from Pitágoras University, an MBA in Global Business Administration from ThePower in Spain (Madrid), and a Technical degree in Mechanics from the National Service for Industrial Learning (SENAI). He was a researcher at the Technological Institute of Aeronautics (ITA) and served as a Global Volunteer for the United Nations (UN). He worked as a Control and Automation Engineer in Spain (La Coruña) for Repsol. He has completed exchange programs in four countries (Paraguay, Argentina, Portugal, and Spain). His interests include Industry 4.0 and Operational Research. http://lattes.cnpq.br/2924540172423849

  2. Waner Wodson Aparecido Gonçalves Silva, Federal University of Ouro Preto
    Professor Assistente (Instituto de Ciências Tecnológicas). http://lattes.cnpq.br/2924540172423849  
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Cover image of the article shows a wide field covered with solar panels in the foreground, a field of yellow flowers in the background, and a wind turbine operating under a blue sky with clouds. The image visually represents the growth of renewable energy in Brazil.
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Published
2025-07-17
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Vol. 11 No. 3 (2025): Regular Issue (July - September)
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ENERGY
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Silva, C. G. da, & Silva, W. W. A. G. (2025). The Growth of Renewable Energy in Brazil from a Global Perspective: A Systematic Review of Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities. Brazilian Journal of Production Engineering, 11(3), 23-33. https://doi.org/10.47456/bjpe.v11i3.48352