LATAMLATAM | | October 20246EDITOR’S DESKSolar energy is no longer a marginal alternative. It has become central to the global energy transition, reshaping infrastructure, industries, and communities. With its scalability and falling costs, solar is driving change at a global level and redefining how the world approaches sustainability.One of the fastest-growing areas is transportation. Integrated solar charging stations and rooftop panels for electric vehicles are reducing emissions and making clean mobility more practical and accessible. Beyond transport, solar power is extending its reach into water security. Solar-powered desalination plants are helping to alleviate water scarcity in sun-rich regions, providing millions with access to clean drinking water and demonstrating the versatility of solar applications.Homes and cities are also reaping the benefits of solar adoption. Rooftop systems are enabling households to lower costs and achieve greater energy independence, while utility-scale farms are supplying renewable energy to entire communities. Together, these developments are accelerating the decarbonisation of electricity grids. In developing nations, off-grid solar solutions are creating a profound impact by allowing communities to bypass traditional infrastructure and secure affordable, reliable energy access.Market dynamics further highlight the scale of this transition. The global solar energy systems market, valued at USD 160.3 billion in 2021, is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 15.7 percent through 2030. This momentum reflects not only declining costs but also the integration of solar with other disruptive technologies that are reshaping global energy systems.In this edition, we feature insights from Charles E. Venditti, Pipeline Integrity Manager at TRC Companies, and Jorge Raul Bauer, O&M Vice President at State Grid Brazil Holding S.A., who share their perspectives on the evolving role of solar energy in building a sustainable future.Let us know your thoughts!Harnessing the Sun for a Greener TomorrowJade McdonaldManaging Editoreditor@energybusinessreview.comCopyright © 2025 ValleyMedia, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.Email:sales@energybusinessreview.comeditor@energybusinessreview.comMarketing@energybusinessreview.com NOVEMBER 2025, Vol 06 - Issue 07 (ISSN 2836-5097) -ValleyMedia, Inc. To subscribe to Energy Business ReviewVisit www.energybusinessreview.com VisualizersPresley Meadow Robert JackmanManaging EditorJade McdonaldEditorial StaffAaron Pierce Ava GarciaDaeg GroverJoshua Parker Kenny PeruzziScott ThomasDisclaimer: *Some of the Insights are based on our interviews with CIOs and CXOsLATAMLATAM
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