In 2023, the bi-national Itaipu Hydroelectric Plant set a record. Located in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, it produced 83.8 million MWh. This output was 20% higher than in 2022. It’s the most in five years. The plant supplied 10% of Brazil’s electricity. It also provided 88% of Paraguay’s needs. December 18 marked a peak. The […]
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