Anhanguera Hydro Power Project

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Invest in a project that embodies sustainable energy and environmental stewardship. Located between São Joaquim da Barra and Guará in São Paulo, Brazil, this run-of-the-river hydropower plant represents a sophisticated approach to renewable energy generation. Designed with minimal reservoir capacity, it significantly reduces the environmental impact typically associated with hydraulic projects, fostering sustainable infrastructure development and directly supporting SDG 9: “Building resilient infrastructure, promoting inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and fostering innovation.”

The plant’s innovative design incorporates three horizontal Kaplan turbines, engineered to efficiently manage water flow up to 50m³/s. This advanced technology ensures optimal performance even during periods of water scarcity, reflecting a commitment to SDG 6: “Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all,” by carefully balancing water resource utilization and energy production. This commitment to sustainability ensures resource availability even when ecological conditions are stressed.

CELAN’s dedication extends beyond energy generation. Their environmental team, responsible for the original reforestation plan, continues to monitor the restored forest of 177 hectares with native species, surpassing governmental requirements. This ongoing commitment has facilitated numerous positive actions within the reservoir area and the restored forest ecosystem.

For nearly two decades, CELAN has meticulously analyzed the floristic structure and community resilience, gathering demographic data, monitoring turnover, recruitment, forest species growth, mortality rates, species biology, and biomass production. This groundbreaking research led to the publication of “Waterline distance effects in the recovery of forest structure and soil organic matter 12 years after restoration” in Ecological Engineering, a leading journal in the field, showcasing the project’s impact on ecological restoration and directly contributing to SDG 15.

The long-term data collected provides invaluable insights into the functioning of reforested ecosystems and their resilience to disturbances. By supporting this project, you contribute to a future powered by sustainable energy and a healthier planet.

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