The Brazilian government is firing up two diesel power plants to combat an intense Amazon drought. This move aims to prevent blackouts in Rondônia and Acre during peak demand. The National Electric System Operator (ONS) recommends this action. Low river levels stopped the Santo Antônio Hydro Plant in Porto Velho earlier this week. Since July, […]
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