EDF power solutions has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for electricity generated by Phase 1 of the Diana Wind Farm in Jacobina, northern Bahia, Brazil. The 142.5 MW project comprises 23 wind turbines and is scheduled to commence commercial operations in 2027.
The PPA has been signed with Salobo Metais and Mineração Onça Puma, companies under Vale Base Metals, a subsidiary of Vale focused on nickel and copper production. The agreement will support the companies’ decarbonization efforts by providing greater visibility over energy costs, supply stability and operational security during the contracted supply period.
The project will operate under an energy self-production model, with any surplus electricity generated potentially being sold in the energy market. The agreement is expected to support the integration of renewable power into the energy supply requirements of Vale Base Metals’ operations.
EDF power solutions also expects the Diana Wind Farm to contribute to local economic development. The project is projected to create approximately 2,000 direct and indirect jobs across its construction and operational phases. The company plans to prioritize local employment and implement training and professional integration initiatives, while partnerships with regional factories are expected to strengthen the local supply chain.
André Salgado, CEO of EDF power solutions in Brazil, said the PPA is important for the development of the Diana Wind Farm and strengthens the company’s ability to provide renewable energy solutions supporting customer decarbonization strategies.
The Diana project adds to EDF power solutions’ renewable energy portfolio in Brazil as the company continues to develop and operate wind, solar, hydro and other low-carbon energy projects globally.
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