Anderson Penha

Job Title: Director of Engineering and Construction
Company: Newave Energia
Country: Brazil

A civil and executive engineer with over 19 years of experience in the electric power sector, Anderson Penha is one of the pioneers in the development of Brazil's renewable energy industry. Throughout his career, he has provided leadership and executive management for over 5 GW of power generation projects, working in the areas of development, engineering, construction, and commissioning of large-scale projects. He is currently the Director of Engineering and Construction at Newave Energia, where he leads strategic projects focused on safety, efficiency, innovation, and excellence in execution.

August 26, 2026Investments in Renewable Energy in a Curtailment Scenario

Sessions

Session

Large-Scale Solar PV: Investments, Performance, and Operation Under Curtailment Conditions

Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 11:00am–12:30pm

2nd floor Cantareira 3

Utility-scale solar photovoltaic energy is a strategic pillar of the solar industry, yet it faces significant challenges related to output constraints. How can performance and profitability be preserved in such scenarios? This panel will discuss operational strategies, risk management, and regulatory adjustments from the perspectives of generators and investors. This is an essential discussion for market players, system operators, and public policymakers.