The following records of electricity consumption recorded in 2025 bring concerns for commercials and consumers in the free market. High temperatures have increased the load and prices are suffering variations.
In a heat wave scenario, the most intense use of air conditioners in corporate environments is regarded as one of those responsible for the records.
To date, the highest load in the history of the National Interconnected System (SIN) was 105,475 Megawatts (MW) on Monday (24). There were peaks of instant demand on January 22 and 11, 12 and 21 February, always in the 2 pm range.
In early February, the differences of settlement of differences (PLD) – used to stipulate the values practiced by the market – was R $ 58.60, but in the last week of February reached R $ 128.93, according to information from the trader Clarke Energia. For the long run, the values rose from $ 309 to $ 390.
Reservoir level
Rainfall still unable to bring comfortable levels to reservoirs and decreased Belo Monte flow are among those responsible for the changes.
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“Even if it seems it is raining every day, reservoirs should be increasing the levels, as we are at the height of the damp period. But at this moment, what happens is a maintenance of levels, ”explains Clarke Energia Customer Management Head, Monique Batista dos Santos.
In this scenario, consumers who have sudden changes in consumption and little margin of increase in contract may have to pay high prices to negotiate energy in the short -term market. It is up to traders to monitor consumer prices and needs.
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“It is necessary to understand if his consumption profile is changing, if it is really just a punctual change of the heat wave or if it is really expanding the operation. This look serves to ensure that its contract absorbs all eventual growth of consumption, ”he said.
Save energy
Companies connected to medium and high voltage can migrate to the Free Energy Market. In this case, discounts on the electricity bill can reach 30%.
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Lead Energy CEO Raphael Ruffato explains that it is possible to adopt additional strategies that will impact the electricity bill.
“Companies can adopt effective measures to reduce energy consumption during heat waves without compromising operation. The key is the implementation of technological solutions and sustainable practices that ensure energy efficiency, as well as adjusting power supply contracts with the distributor strategically, ”he says.
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Investing in automation, with smart sensors and optimization of air conditioning systems can generate results, as well as improvements in thermal insulation. Lead Energy’s CEO argues that efficiency can be leveraged.
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“In practice, each real saved represents an extra real in the company’s cashier. In the long run, these actions are a way to ensure competitiveness and sustainability, ”he said.
Another option is the installation of solar panels, in the distributed micro and mini -generation model (MMGD). On average, the return on investment is four to seven years and it is possible to economy up to 95%.
