The Government of Ceará is advancing in the energy transition by initiating a billion-dollar investment to expand transmission lines, strengthening green hydrogen and renewable energy projects.
The Government of Ceará has confirmed a billion-dollar investment to expand more than 1.400 kilometers of transmission lines., initiating a new phase in the state’s energy infrastructure. The official announcement was made in December 10, 2025, marks a strategic advance towards enabling projects of green hydrogen and to strengthen the entire chain of renewable energy in the state.
The works were authorized after the signing of the service orders for Lots 03 and 05 of Auction 01/2024 by the National Electric Energy Agency (ANEEL). R$ 3,6 billion in investmentThe project represents a decisive step towards consolidating Ceará as one of the main clean energy hubs in the country.
Importance of the Ceará State Government’s investment in renewable energy.
The announcement gained prominence because it reinforces a commitment already made by the Government of Ceará: to consolidate the state as a national and international benchmark in clean energy. The investment in transmission lines It is essential to expand the connectivity between energy generated in producing regions — mainly wind and solar — and large consumer centers.
Furthermore, this structural reinforcement creates the necessary environment for new ventures to operate with stability, security, and competitive costs. As a consequence, industrial, technological, and logistical projects also gain greater predictability in terms of energy supply and quality.
This investment accelerates the energy transition and strengthens the business environment in the state.
Thus, Ceará is positioned positively to attract companies that require high energy performance, such as data centers, desalination plants, green hydrogen parks, and large-scale logistics operations.
Details of the investment and expansion of the transmission lines.
The project announced by the Government of Ceará includes the construction and modernization of more than 1.400 km of transmission lines, encompassing different voltage levels and operational reinforcements. The entire project will be conducted by AXIA Energia, the company that won the ANEEL Transmission Auction 01/2024.
Extension and technical characteristics
- Lot 03: entirely located in Ceará, it includes 304 km of lines at 500 kV and 230 kV.
- Lot 05: covers approximately 1.116 km, connecting Ceará to Paraíba, Pernambuco, Alagoas, Bahia and Piauí.
These two lots reinforce the National Interconnected System (SIN) and expand the capacity for the flow of renewable energy produced in the Northeast, increasing the security of supply not only regionally, but also nationally.
Job creation and economic impact
The project should generate thousands of direct jobsIn addition to thousands of indirect jobs related to the construction, logistics, services, and engineering sectors, this impact places Ceará in a prominent position for sustainable development, as the state combines job creation with the expansion of clean technologies.
With this investment, the Government of Ceará is driving economic growth with sustainability and innovation.
Lot 03: Strategic expansion within Ceará
O 03 lot It has a direct impact on the territory of Ceará. It reinforces critical areas of the state’s electrical grid, ensuring greater system stability and strengthening the infrastructure necessary for new high-consumption projects.
Among the main points of the lot are:
- Expanding transmission lines between industrial centers and renewable energy generation regions.
- Improving energy reliability in urban and rural areas.
- Preparing the electrical grid to support new photovoltaic and wind power generation parks that are in operation and under licensing.
This internal expansion is essential to allow Ceará to continue attracting investors seeking the appropriate infrastructure for large-scale energy operations.
Lot 05: Regional integration and strengthening of renewable energy.
O 05 lot It plays a strategic role in the Northeast because it integrates different states in an energy corridor that is essential for the flow and distribution of renewable energy produced in the region.
The interconnection between Ceará, Paraíba, Pernambuco, Alagoas, Bahia, and Piauí significantly improves energy flow and reduces bottlenecks that could compromise the growth of new power plants. Furthermore, it strengthens the security of supply in regions that currently depend on older and less efficient interconnections.
By expanding transmission lines regionally, the Government of Ceará is increasing the potential for exporting clean energy.
Green hydrogen and the need to expand transmission lines.
Green hydrogen is one of the main drivers of the global energy transition. Produced by water electrolysis, it requires large amounts of electrical energy from renewable sources to be considered fully sustainable.
Ceará, in turn, possesses one of the greatest wind and solar energy potentials in the world, and for this reason has become a benchmark in the development of the Pecém Green Hydrogen Hub. However, to support industrial projects of this scale, it is essential to have high and stable transmission capacity.
How the new lines are driving green hydrogen.
- They guarantee a continuous and competitive supply of clean energy.
- They reduce losses and increase operational efficiency.
- They allow for the expansion of new solar and wind farms connected to the system.
- They create a safe environment for companies seeking sustainable investments.
Therefore, investment in transmission lines is key to transforming Ceará into a national leader in green hydrogen.
Expanded benefits for technology and industrial sectors.
Strengthening the electricity grid benefits strategic sectors, including:
- International data centers, such as the one planned for the Port of Pecém.
- Industries with high energy demands.
- Desalination and energy storage projects.
- Logistics complexes that depend on a stable power supply to operate.
With greater security and supply capacity, these sectors find a more competitive environment in Ceará compared to other states.
Renewable energy: relevance of the Ceará State Government’s investment.
The billion-dollar investment announced in December 2025 positions Ceará among the leading players in Brazil’s energy transition. The state unites three essential pillars: strong natural potential for renewable energy, an expanding electrical infrastructure, and a favorable regulatory environment. With this, Ceará consolidates itself as a benchmark in innovation, sustainability, and attracting new businesses.
Strengthening transmission lines ensures that the energy produced reaches consumers safely, efficiently, and at a lower cost. Furthermore, it enables the advancement of projects such as… green hydrogen, which represent one of the world’s leading bets for decarbonizing industrial and logistics sectors.
Ceará’s energy future is aligned with global trends.This investment expands opportunities, strengthens the local economy, and positions the state as a leader in renewable energy and green hydrogen.
