The solar energy sector in Brazil continues to advance strongly, even in the face of the economic and regulatory challenges that marked the year 2024.
Gustavo Tegon, a professional in the photovoltaic market and institutional director of BelEnergy, highlighted in an interview with Canal Solar that the sector demonstrates irable resilience, remaining one of the most competitive and sustainable sources for both small consumers and large investors.
For 2025, according to him, the expectation is for continued growth in of projects, in addition to greater adoption of technologies such as storage and hybrid systems.
According to the professional, even in a challenging scenario, the source maintains its relevance, contributing to the energy transition and generating opportunities for the Brazilian market, especially for those seeking to qualify.
In the following interview, Tegon details the challenges and what to expect from the solar energy sector in Brazil for the year that begins next week.
Check out the main excerpts from the conversation below:
What is your assessment of the solar energy sector in 2024? Can we say that we had a better or less than expected year?
The solar energy sector in 2024 presented an interesting dynamic. It was a year of consolidation on some fronts and challenges on others. Adjustments to the regulatory framework brought complexity, but also opened space for innovation and market maturity.
A highlight was the increased awareness of the importance of renewable energy, which boosted projects of different scales and generated new opportunities for companies and professionals.
Although the numbers may have fallen short of expectations for some players, the evolution in of professionalization, installation quality and new business models was significant, paving the way for a more sustainable future.
What are your prospects for the solar sector next year? Do you believe it will be a better year than 2024?
The outlook for 2025 is optimistic, especially considering the increased demand for renewable sources driven by global environmental commitments and technological advances.
With more clarity in the regulatory environment and the possibility of economic stabilization, the solar sector has everything to expand even further, especially in the adoption of hybrid systems and energy storage.
Despite this, the market will remain challenging, requiring solid strategies and innovation to stand out.
What is your view of current business models? This year, we have seen a considerable expansion of shared generation. In your opinion, what should be the trend in 2025?
Current business models are constantly evolving and shared generation has proven to be a democratic and viable solution to expand access to solar energy.
By 2025, I believe we will see growth in the use of digital platforms for energy management and the advancement of technologies that integrate storage and energy efficiency.
Furthermore, the decentralization of generation will continue to be an important pillar, bringing opportunities for cooperatives and consortia.
What are the main challenges that the solar sector will have to face from next year onwards?
Challenges for 2025 include the need to adjust the sector to new regulations, especially with regard to taxes on energy injected into the grid.
Furthermore, the volatility of the dollar and the impact on equipment prices are always topics of analysis.
The sector will also need to deal with the need to qualify the workforce to meet growing demand, ensuring the quality of facilities.
Finally, strengthening the supply chain and seeking greater independence from imported inputs will be essential to mitigate external impacts.
What is your projection for the expansion of hybrid systems in Brazil? Do you believe that this will be the most prominent technology in 2025 or does another technology catch your attention more?
Hybrid systems have enormous potential in Brazil, especially in commercial and industrial applications. By combining solar generation and storage, these systems offer greater predictability and energy security, features that are highly valued in a scenario of volatile tariffs.
I believe that in 2025 we will see significant progress in this technology, although pure storage (batteries) and solutions based on artificial intelligence to optimize consumption should also gain prominence, especially for residential consumers.
Many professionals in the solar energy sector are currently fearful about the future of solar energy in Brazil due to factors such as the inversion of flow, the high dollar and the increase in taxes on photovoltaic equipment. What message do you have for these professionals?
My message is that while there are challenges, the solar energy sector has demonstrated an extraordinary capacity for adaptation and growth.
External factors, such as exchange rates and tax changes, are cyclical and must be addressed with strategic planning.
The demand for clean energy is growing and irreversible, which guarantees an expanding market in the medium and long term.
For professionals in the sector, I recommend investing in qualification and diversification of services, as these are the bases for standing out in an increasingly competitive market.
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