The energy transition is taking place here and now. Aware of its importance and inherent opportunities, the City and State of Rio de Janeiro have been developing several policy measures towards fostering activities and investments related to clean energy, decarbonisation and net-zero commitments.
The energy transition is taking place here and now. Aware of its importance and inherent opportunities, the City and State of Rio de Janeiro have been developing several policy measures towards fostering activities and investments related to clean energy, decarbonisation and net-zero commitments. Among these measures are the design of specific tax benefits, the creation of a green stock exchange in the City and, at State level, the issuing of carbon credits and green bonds grounded on environmentally protected areas within its territory, such as natural reserves, forests and parks.