For the first time, wind and solar together provide more than one-third of Brazil’s electricity. This clean energy milestone shows how fast renewables are rising, cutting emissions while powering millions of homes with sustainable and affordable energy.
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Wind and Solar Power Now Fuel Over One-Third of Brazil’s Electricity

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For the first time, wind and solar together provide more than one-third of Brazil’s electricity. This clean energy milestone shows how fast renewables are rising, cutting emissions while powering millions of homes with sustainable and affordable energy.

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