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Interconexión Electrica S A E S P : ISA sets an environmental and operational milestone in Brazil with Latin America’s first high-voltage equipment using vegetable oil
Interconexión Electrica S A E S P : ISA sets an environmental and operational milestone in Brazil with Latin America’s first high-voltage equipment using
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[{"type":"text","content":"\n ISA ENERGÍA in Brazil, in partnership with Hitachi Energy, has commissioned Latin America's first 460 kV reactor using vegetable oil as insulating fluid-an innovative technology that enhances system reliability and safety while reducing environmental impact.\n \n The project, implemented at the Bauru substation (São Paulo), is part of a system modernization plan backed by an investment of approximately USD 33 million from Brazil's National Electric Energy Agency (ANEEL). It includes the installation of four high-capacity shunt reactors, which play a critical role in maintaining grid reliability by absorbing excess energy that may increase voltage levels, especially in extensive transmission networks or under low-demand conditions. This contributes to strengthening grid stability and ensuring safe and efficient energy delivery to users.\n \n \n From an environmental perspective, the use of vegetable oil reduces the carbon footprint associated with materials by up to 20% and lifecycle emissions by approximately 11%. Additionally, vegetable oil significantly improves environmental safety due to its high biodegradability, reducing ecological risks in case of leaks.\n \n \n This advancement aligns with ISA ENERGÍA in Brazil's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with intermediate reduction targets of 60% by 2040 and 90% by 2050, reinforcing its role in advancing the energy transition across the region.\n \n \n \"The implementation of this technology represents a milestone in electricity transmission in Latin America, demonstrating that operational reliability, innovation, and sustainability can be successfully integrated into critical infrastructure. Replacing petroleum-based inputs with renewable alternatives reinforces ISA's commitment to a clean energy transition, aligned with its Strategy 2040,\" said Gabriel Melguizo, ISA's Vice President of Energy Transmission.\n ","length":2629,"tagName":"div"}]