Bioelectricity from sugarcane: a pillar of energy stability

The scenario highlights the vulnerability of the model based solely on sugar and ethanol, reinforcing the importance of bioelectricity produced from sugarcane bagasse and straw. In 2024, cogeneration guaranteed about 37 TWh, equivalent to 56% of the production of the Itaipu plant, representing 8.2% of the national electricity generation and consolidating itself as the fourth most relevant renewable source in the country. In addition to complementing the electricity matrix, especially in the dry period, bioelectricity offers predictable generation, unlike solar and wind, ensuring stability for the National Interconnected System (SIN). This attribute makes sugar-energy plants essential for Brazil's energy security. For the sector, the sale of electricity represents diversification and stable revenue; for the country, it is an instrument of decarbonization and reliability. Investing in policies that value this source, such as remuneration for firm capacity and proximity to large ...