Tonnes of CO2eq Compensated
811
Project Type
Renewable Energy
Biome
Atlantic Forest
Location
Foz do Jordão
Status
Active
Standard
CDM
Fundão Energy Complex - Santa Clara
The Fundão Santa Clara Energy Complex (CEFSC) produces renewable energy with low environmental impact, reducing dependence on fossil fuel-fired thermal power plants and, consequently, reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Located in southwestern Paraná, it includes the Santa Clara and Fundão hydroelectric plants, with 240 MW of installed capacity. The complex consistently works on environmental preservation through 33 environmental programs and engages in the search for and development of solid policies for the sustainable development of the region. Through the project, over 300 tons of carbon emissions have been avoided, and more than 600,000 people have benefited.
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The Complexo Energético Fundão Santa Clara (CEFSC) is located in the southwest region of Paraná and within the Iguaçu Basin. It consists of the Santa Clara and Fundão hydroelectric power plants, located in the municipalities of Pinhão and Foz do Jordão, respectively. Together, they have an installed capacity of 240 MW and an average physical guarantee of 135.4 MW.
The project also includes two small hydroelectric power plants (SHPs): SHP Santa Clara I, with a capacity of 3.4 MW, and SHP Fundão I, with a capacity of 2.5 MW. CEFSC is centrally dispatched by the National Electric System Operator - ONS and connects to the electrical system through three 138 kV transmission lines: UHE Fundão - Substation.
ELEJOR - Centrais Elétricas do Rio Jordão S.A. is a special purpose company created to exploit the Complexo Energético Fundão Santa Clara, which operates with strict environmental commitments, promotes significant ecological benefits, and integrates several municipalities while generating income.
This strong commitment to sustainability makes ELEJOR a successful example of large-scale and capital-intensive ventures. Established in 2001 by Companhia Paranaense de Energia S.A. - COPEL - and Paineira Participações e Empreendimentos Ltda, ELEJOR contributes approximately 1,229 GWh/year to the National Interconnected System, providing access to electricity for around 600,000 inhabitants.
Global actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions are also among the commitments that ELEJOR has been developing since its creation. With a carbon credit project, the company is currently responsible for reducing approximately 330,000 tCO2eq/year, equivalent to preserving 17.5 million trees per year.
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What are the project SDGs
The project Fundão Energy Complex - Santa Clara includes 6 of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals, which are:
NO POVERTY
Ending poverty in all its forms everywhere. This goal aims to eradicate extreme poverty, promote social and economic inclusion of all individuals, and ensure that everyone has access to basic services such as health, education, and social security. It recognizes that poverty is multidimensional and requires a holistic approach to overcome, addressing not only the lack of income but also the lack of access to essential resources and opportunities.
ZERO HUNGER
End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture. This goal aims to ensure that all people have access to adequate, nutritious, and sufficient food, eradicate hunger in all its forms, and ensure sustainable agricultural systems that can feed the current and future population in an equitable and environmentally responsible manner. This involves promoting sustainable agricultural practices, strengthening the resilience of food systems, and ensuring equitable access to natural resources and agricultural technologies.
CLEAN WATER AND SANITATION
Ensure the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all. This goal aims to guarantee universal access to safe drinking water and adequate sanitation for all people by 2030. It recognizes the crucial importance of water and sanitation for health, sustainable development, and poverty eradication. To achieve this goal, it is necessary to improve water quality, promote efficient use of water resources, protect water-related ecosystems, and develop adequate sanitation infrastructure. This includes access to proper and safe sanitation facilities, as well as the promotion of appropriate hygiene practices.
DECENT WORK AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all. This goal aims to ensure that economic growth is sustainable and inclusive, creating decent jobs and work opportunities for all people. It seeks to achieve full and productive employment and decent work, as well as promote equal opportunities in the labor market, reduce informality, and combat all forms of child labor and forced labor. SDG 8 also encourages the development of policies that support entrepreneurship, innovation, and economic growth in sustainable sectors.
CLIMATE ACTION
Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts. This goal aims to address the challenges posed by climate change, including reducing greenhouse gas emissions, adapting to adverse impacts already occurring, and promoting climate resilience. Achieving this goal requires actions at various levels, from local to international, aiming at mitigating emissions, developing adaptation strategies, implementing environmental policies, and mobilizing resources to finance measures to combat climate change. SDG 13 recognizes the urgency of acting to avoid the worst effects of climate change and to protect the environment for future generations.
LIFE ON LAND
Protect, restore, and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, halt and reverse land degradation, and halt biodiversity loss. This goal aims to ensure the conservation and sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, including forests, wetlands, mountains, and drylands, as well as the protection of biodiversity and natural habitats. It seeks to promote sustainable land management practices, restoration of degraded ecosystems, biodiversity conservation, combating desertification and land degradation, and preventing species extinction. SDG 15 recognizes the fundamental role of terrestrial ecosystems in the health of the planet, in mitigating climate change, and in human well-being.