ENGIE has officially reached full commercial operations at the Serra do Assurua Wind Complex, located in Gentio do Ouro, Bahia, northeastern Brazil. The complex comprises 188 wind turbines across 24 wind farms, delivering a total installed capacity of 846 MW - the largest onshore wind development in ENGIE's global portfolio and a project for Latin America. The infrastructure also includes 28 kilometers of transmission lines, connecting the site to Brazil's main electricity grid, ensuring reliable energy delivery nationwide.
The complex has gradually begun operating since August 2024, following authorization from ANEEL1 - Brazil's national electricity regulatory agency - and supplies renewable power to the Free Energy Market, contractual framework that enables corporate consumers to acquire energy directly from producers and select their preferred source of generation, allowing them to secure renewable supply. During the construction phase, the Serra do AssurUA project generated approximately 3,000 direct and indirect jobs. ENGIE prioritized local hiring, through targeted recruitment and skills-matching initiatives.
The company also supported the Bahia Qualification Program, offering 60 free training places - half reserved for women - in bricklaying, reinforced concrete structure erection, and carpentry. This 120-hour certified program targets low-income and socially vulnerable candidates, fostering employability and professional skills. Guided by its corporate social responsibility strategy, ENGIE has also implemented several community projects in Gentio do Ouro and surrounding areas, focusing on social inclusion, environmental education, economic development, and infrastructure improvements.
In collaboration with local communities, authorities and associations, the company has delivered tangible benefits such as community centers, public squares, and multi-sport facilities, improving quality of life for rural and quilombola populations.
