Brazilian company Casa dos Ventos announced the integration of 1,500 megawatts (MW) of solar projects in solar and hybrid and hybrid projects in partnership with Nextracker, a leading provider of solar tracking technology.
This agreement involves the implementation of NX Horizon-XTR y NX Horizon systems in four new large-scale plants in the states of Bahia and Mato Grosso do Sul.
Casa dos Ventos, widely recognized in the Brazilian wind energy segment, is advancing in its diversification strategy with the incorporation of solar energy to its portfolio. This decision allows it to optimize grid connection points and improve energy return through projects that combine wind and photovoltaic generation.
Where will the new solar systems be?
The selected facilities include Babilônia Sul (117 MW), Babilônia Centro (226 MW), Seriemas (540 MW) and Rio Brilhante (680 MW). These plants will benefit from Nextracker’s adaptive solar tracking technology, designed to maximize energy production in uneven terrain and variable conditions of radiation conditions.
The first three projects will employ the NX Horizon-XTR system, a solution designed for rugged terrain that minimizes the need for earthworks, reducing costs and environmental impact.
In addition, the plants will be equipped with the TrueCapturesoftware, which adjusts the angle of the trackers in real time using machine learning algorithms and light sensors, optimizing generation even in cloudy or shadowy conditions.
The management of Casa dos Ventos stresses the importance of having a technological partner that provides reliability and efficiency.
Brazil continues to expand its renewable capacity. According to ABSOLAR projections, the country is expected to add 13.2 GW of solar power by 2025 alone, with investments exceeding US$7 billion. In this context, partnerships such as Casa dos Ventos and Nextracker align with the country’s climate neutrality goals for 2050.
Source and photo: Nextracker
