FSCECP Hydroelectric Power Plant

How it works

The energy generated by this international VCS (Verified Carbon Standards) project is renewable and replaces the use of fossil fuel thermal plants normally used to meet the region's growing energy needs. The hydroelectric complex includes several large and small power plants and a dam system. By using natural resources to generate energy, the project implements a more sustainable culture and guarantees the consumption of renewable energy throughout the country. FSCECP Hydroelectric Power Plant Project reduces CO₂ emissions and at the same time contributes to Brazil's regional and national sustainable development goals. In addition to capturing 1,859,094 tons of CO₂, it provides around 10,000 jobs to the local population with better working conditions and better salaries. Finally, the activity has led to scientific advances regarding the conservation of local fauna and flora, interacting with both federal and state research institutions.

Where does it develop?

The project is located in southern Brazil and allows the production of renewable electricity, avoiding the dispersion of 266 thousand tons of CO₂ per year.

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The certifications

FSCECP is a Verra certified project, carbon credits are generated depending on the amount of electricity produced annually by the plant.

Benefits

In addition to the generation of renewable energy from hydroelectric power plants, FSCECP provides around 10,000 jobs to the local population with better working conditions and better salaries. The activity has led to scientific advances with regard to the conservation of local fauna and flora, interacting with both federal and state research institutions.Energy from renewable sourceCO2 captureEconomic and social developmentPreservation of biodiversity

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The project in a nutshell

• Economic and social development
• Fight against climate change