# Brazil industrial and consumer energy trends

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/brazil-industrial-and-consumer-energy-trends
> Updated: 2026-10-29T07:10:53.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

In Brazil, high interest rates, with the Selic rate at 13.75% per year, have led industries to prioritize retrofitting existing buildings over constructing new plants to manage costs. These retrofitting efforts focus on energy efficiency, such as implementing natural ventilation and automated lighting systems to reduce operational expenses.

Simultaneously, electricity consumers in Brazil are facing rising costs following tariff increases by providers like Equatorial Pará. This has prompted discussions regarding cost-reduction strategies, including equipment maintenance, solar energy generation, and Energy as a Service models.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-29: Electricity tariff updates affect consumers in Brazil and Portugal

Recent electricity tariff increases in Brazil and Portugal are impacting household and business budgets, leading to a focus on energy efficiency and alternative power models.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/electricity-tariff-updates-affect-consumers-in-brazil-and-portugal

### 2026-10-23: Brazil industries turn to retrofitting to offset high interest rates

High interest rates in Brazil are driving industries to adopt building retrofits, such as natural lighting and ventilation, to reduce operational costs and avoid expensive new construction loans.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazil-industries-turn-to-retrofitting-to-offset-high-interest-rates

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