The book's objective is to present the energy transition process in Brazil over time and offer new perspectives on this process in the eyes of a sustainable future. The book unfolds over 15 chapters covering historical, geopolitical, technological, and economical aspects, as well as aspects conceptually familiar to the energy transition such as public perception, low-carbon technologies, digitalization, Sustainable Development Goals, and even recent topics such as the pandemic of COVID-19. The Brazilian electricity and transport sectors and climate change governance are the main focus of this book. The paths taken throughout this book demonstrate the particularities of Brazil and present this country in a unique and differentiated way in terms of the various approaches to the energy transition. It is a book that brings a multidisciplinary, innovative vision and information published for the first time.
Author(s): Drielli Peyerl, Stefania Relva, Vinícius Da Silva
Series: The Latin American Studies Book Series
Publisher: Springer
Year: 2023
Language: English
Pages: 260
City: Cham
Foreword
Introduction
Contents
1 Energy Transition: Changing the Brazilian Landscape Over Time
Introduction
The Demand and Exploration of Brazilian Energy Resources
We Need Energy!
The Transformation of the Landscape: Opening Roads and Building Hydroelectric
Brazil After the Oil Crisis: Moving Away from Oil Dependence?
Final Remarks: What Does the Energy Transition from the Past Teach Us?
References
2 Knowledge Mapping: A Review of the Energy Transition Applied to Brazil
Introduction
Mapping Brazilian Energy Transition Knowledge
Brazilian Energy Transition for Whom, Where and When
Knowledge Growth of Energy Transition Applied to Brazil
An Analysis of the Research Area and Main Journals of ET
Content Producing Regions and Countries
Institutions, Funding Agencies, and Authors
Keywords Clustering
Energy Transition Knowledge Evolution in the Brazilian Scenario
Final Remarks
References
3 Geopolitical Losses and Gains from the Pathways of the Energy Transition in Brazil
Introduction
Energy Geopolitics: A Brief Overview
Energy as a Source of Power and Conflict
Oil Hegemon and Slow Decline
Energy Transition as a Soft Power Instrument
Brazil’s Role in Energy Geopolitics
Internal Scenario: The Brazilian Energy Supply Mix
Energy’s Role in Brazil’s International Relations
Brazil’s Main Geopolitical Assets and Structural Gaps
Will Brazil Gain or Lose with the Energy Transition?
Possible Scenarios for Brazil
What Will Be the Next Scenario?
Conclusion
References
4 Democracy and Energy Justice: A Look at the Brazilian Electricity Sector
Introduction
An Introduction About the Concept of Energy Democracy and Related Terms
Understanding the Concept of Energy Justice
Democracy and Electricity in Brazil
Is the Brazilian Electrical Supply Mix Sustainable?
Access and Electricity Cost in Brazil
The Power Blackout in the State of Amapá—A Case Study
Conclusion
References
5 Social Acceptance and Perceptions of Energy Transition Technologies in Brazil
Introduction
Case Studies Selection
Wind Power Case Studies in Brazil
Solar Power Case Studies in Brazil
Carbon Capture and Storage Case Studies in Brazil
Discussion and Final Remarks
References
6 Digitalization in the Brazilian Electricity Sector
Introduction
Digitalization and Energy Transition
Digitalization Technologies
Digitalization and the Energy Transition to a Low-Carbon System
Digitalization Initiatives for the Electricity Sector in Brazil
Governmental Initiatives
Research and Development Initiatives
Conclusion
References
7 Regulatory Pathways for the Decentralisation of the Brazilian Electricity System
Introduction
The Brazilian Electricity System and the Relevance of Decentralisation
Decentralised Energy Systems
Distributed Generation as a Decentralisation Vector
Distributed Generation Development in Brazil
The Future of DG in the Brazilian Electricity Grid
Conclusion
References
8 Brazilian Natural Gas as a Low-Carbon Energy Transition Resource
Introduction
Brief Remarks on Natural Gas Development in Brazil
Supply and Demand for Natural Gas in Brazil
The Future of Natural Gas in Brazil
Energy Transition in Brazil and the Role of Natural Gas
Conclusions
References
9 Possibilities for Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage in Brazil
Introduction
An Overview of Carbon Capture and Storage Technologies
Emissions and Possibilities for CCUS and BECCUS in Brazil
Capture
Transport
Utilization
Storage
Legal, Economic, and Political Aspects
Final Remarks
References
10 Hydrogen: A Brazilian Outlook
Introduction
Bases of Hydrogen Strategy in Brazil
Brazilian Power Sector and Perspectives of Green Hydrogen Production and Storage
Challenges and Opportunities of Power-to-Hydrogen
Potential Power-to-X Solutions Using Green Hydrogen
Conclusion
References
11 The Future of Diesel: Paths and New Alternatives to Energy Security and Sustainability
Introduction
The Diesel Oil Scenario
The Development of the Diesel Regime in Brazil
Dependence on Diesel Oil Imports
New Oil Fuels Pricing Policy and Truckers’ Strike
Biodiesel Adoption in Brazil
Biodiesel Characterization and First Adoption in Brazil
Addition of Biodiesel to Diesel
Production, Commercialization, and Distribution of Biodiesel
New Potential Fuels
Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)
Electric and Hybrid Vehicles
Hydrogen
Green Diesel
The Potential Fuel Supply Mix
Conclusion
References
12 Trends and Prospects for Transport Fuel Consumption in Brazil
Introduction
The Fuel Consumption in Brazilian Road Transport
Vehicle Pollution Control Measures
Energy Sources for Transport
Structure of Emission and Predictive Model Calculation
Study Design
National Energy Balance—BEN
Emissions Analysis
Regression
Predictive Model
Limitations
Emissions Values for 1970–2030 and Perspectives for Energy Consumption for 2020–2030
Carbon Dioxide Equivalent Emissions from 1970 to 2019
Predict Energy Consumption and Emissions from 2020 to 2030
Paths to Zero Emission in Brazilian Road Transport
Conclusions
References
13 How Can Renewable Natural Gas Boost Sustainable Energy in Brazil?
Introduction
Literature Review
How Can Renewable Natural Gas Boost Sustainable Energy in Brazil?
Policy Implications
Conclusions
References
14 The Main Challenges of the Brazilian Energy Governance for the Mitigation and Adaptation to Climate Change
Introduction
Climate Action and Sustainable Development
International Context
Brazilian Context
Methodology
SWOT Analysis
GUT Analysis: Priority Analysis
The Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats of the Brazilian Energy Planning
The Important Challenges
Final Remarks
References
15 Effect of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Brazilian Energy Sector
Introduction
COVID-19 and the Energy Sector in Brazil
Social Distancing Data
Emission Data
Income Data
Power Sector Consumption
Reflections on the Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Final Considerations
References
