Hydro capacity accounted for 16.7% of total power plant installations globally in 2021, according to GlobalData, with total recorded hydro capacity of 1,357GW. This is expected to contribute 12.6% by the end of 2030 with capacity of installations aggregating up to 1,555GW. Of the total global hydro capacity, 8.08% is in Brazil. Listed below are the five largest upcoming hydro power plants by capacity in Brazil, according to GlobalData’s power plants database. GlobalData uses proprietary data and analytics to provide a complete picture of the global hydro power segment. Buy the latest hydro power plant profiles here.

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1. Jatoba

The Jatoba is a 2,338MW hydro power project located in Tocantins, Brazil. The project is currently in announced stage. The project is expected to enter commercial operation in 2033. Buy the profile here.

2. Jamanxim

Jamanxim is a 882MW hydro power project in Para, Brazil. The project is expected to come online by 2032. The project is currently in announced stage. Buy the profile here.

3. Cachoeira do Cai

The 800MW Cachoeira do Cai is located in Para, Brazil. The hydro project is currently in announced stage. The commercial operation of the project is expected in 2033. Buy the profile here.

4. Itapiranga

The Itapiranga is a 724MW hydro power project. It is planned in Santa Catarina, Brazil. The project is currently in announced stage. It will be developed by Statkraft Energias Renovaveis. Post completion of construction, the project is expected to get commissioned by 2026. Statkraft Energias Renovaveis is the owner of the project. Buy the profile here.

5. Bem Querer

The 650MW hydro project, Bem Querer is expected to get commissioned by 2027. It The project is currently in announced stage. Buy the profile here.

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