Casa dos Ventos, one of Brazil’s leading renewable energy companies, and Vestas, the global leader in wind energy solutions, have unveiled a new phase in their partnership with an 828 MW order for the Dom Inocêncio wind complex. Located in the south central region of Piauí, a state renowned for its exceptional wind resources and rapid growth as a renewable energy hub, the project represents a significant milestone in Brazil’s wind energy sector.
The Dom Inocêncio complex will utilize 184 V150-4.5 MW turbines, further solidifying the collaboration between Casa dos Ventos and Vestas, which spans over eight years. This initiative is set to contribute to the sustainable expansion of Brazil’s energy matrix, with construction slated to begin in 2026 and final commissioning expected by 2028. Vestas will not only supply the turbines and oversee the construction but will also manage operations and maintenance for 25 years under an Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement.
With a total investment exceeding BRL 5 billion, the Dom Inocêncio wind complex will rank among the largest in Brazil, generating sufficient energy to power approximately 2 million households. The project is poised to enhance Brazil’s energy security, increase the proportion of renewables in the energy mix, and foster socioeconomic development in Piauí. It will also stimulate the wind energy value chain through technical services, engineering, innovation, and professional training. Furthermore, the project is expected to create over 8,500 direct and indirect jobs during construction and operation, strengthen local supply chains, and deliver significant direct and indirect benefits to the region.
Said Lucas Araripe, Executive Director of Casa dos Ventos, “Through our partnership with Vestas, we are bringing solutions that deliver the reliability and performance required for a project of this magnitude. This new agreement is yet another demonstration of our commitment to supporting the expansion of Brazil’s renewable energy matrix. In addition to driving the country’s energy transition, our investment will also significantly boost the socio-economic development of the region”.
“Receiving Casa dos Ventos’ trust once again for a project of this magnitude is a great source of pride for us. Casa dos Ventos is a key player in expanding renewable generation in Brazil. It is an honor to support a partner that shares the same ambition: to develop projects that drive the energy transition, expand access to clean energy, and foster socio-economic growth in the regions where they operate,” said Eduardo Ricotta, President of Vestas for Latin America.
Source: vestas
