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How do renewable energies impact the transportation sector in Brazil?

Find out how renewable energies impact transportation in Brazil and help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

São Paulo, July 2025.

In the current scenario, in which preserving the environment is a global priority, the renewable energies are gaining prominence as a solution to various challenges. In Brazil, one of the sectors most benefiting from this energy transition is transportation. But how renewable energies impact this sector, which is essential to the country's economy and logistics? 

In this article, we'll cover the main points of this transformation, including the sources of renewable energiesand their types, the relationship between them and the transport sector, and how companies can act to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. 

What are renewable energies?

The renewable energies are obtained from natural sources that regenerate over time, such as the sun, wind and water. Unlike non-renewable energies such as oil and coal, these sources do not run out in the short term and have a low environmental impact. 

To learn more about types of renewable energy and how they work, read this full article: Renewable energies: understanding their role in sustainability 

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What is the relationship between renewable energies and sustainable transportation? 

The relationship is direct: without a change in the energy matrix, the transport sector is considered a major polluter, being one of the biggest contributors to CO₂ emissions in the country. The use of renewable energies allows companies to contribute to sustainability goals and reduce environmental impacts, making it possible: 

  • Cleaner and more efficient fleets; 
  • Long-term reduction in fuel costs; 
  • Better environmental reputation and market competitiveness. 

This transition also favors investments in green infrastructure, such as charging stations for electric vehicles and solar-powered logistics terminals. 

What can companies do to reduce greenhouse gas emissions?

The adoption of renewable energies in the transportation sector goes far beyond technology: it involves changes in the structure of business strategies. Increasingly, companies of all sizes are being called upon to take concrete sustainability actions, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions is one of the main pillars of this movement. 

Effective actions to reduce emissions in the transport sector:

1. electrification of the fleet 
Investing in electric or hybrid vehicles significantly reduces the emission of polluting gases. This is a growing trend, especially in large urban centers and last-mile delivery operations. 

2. Use of biofuels and alternative fuels 
Replacing diesel with ethanol, biodiesel, biomethane or even green hydrogen can represent considerable greenhouse gas savings, especially in heavy fleets and long-distance operations. 

3. Logistics optimization with technology 
Solutions such as intelligent routing and predictive maintenance (a strategy that monitors equipment and predicts failures before they happen) contribute directly to reducing fuel consumption and, consequently, emissions. 

4. Renewable energy generation and consumption 
Installing solar energy systems in distribution centers, stations, logistics warehouses and offices is an effective way of reducing dependence on polluting sources, as well as reducing costs in the long term. 

5. Carbon offsetting 
Investing in emission neutralization programs, such as reforestation or carbon credits, complements direct reduction actions, allowing for a more immediate impact on the greenhouse gas balance. 

6. Data management and transparency 
Monitor emissions with tools such as GHG Protocol and setting targets based on initiatives such as SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) shows commitment and transparency, as well as being a growing demand from the market and investors. 

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And how does Simpar contribute to the sustainable scenario?

Simpar and its subsidiaries have adopted a series of initiatives aimed at reducing the gases emitted in their operations, focusing on the efficiency and low age of their fleets, the use of alternative fuels, expanding the use of renewable energy and offsetting emissions. These actions are guided by corporate policies that reinforce the Group's commitment to sustainability and climate change mitigation. 

If you want to learn more about the Group's practices, check out this full article: Carbon emissions: what they are and how to reduce them  

Conclusion: the future of transportation depends on renewable energies 

The presence of renewable energies in the transportation sector in Brazil is not just a trend, but a necessity. The transition to clean sources brings advantages such as lower pollutant emissions, greater energy efficiency and increased competitiveness. 

Whether through solar energy, the use of biofuels or the electrification of fleets, it is possible to transform the current scenario into a more sustainable and modern model. 

Companies that adopt the renewable energiesSimpar and its subsidiaries are leading the way, not only in terms of the environment, but also in terms of innovation, economy and social responsibility.