The Brazilian subsidiary of Iberdrola, Neoenergia, is carrying out a project to develop the largest electric highway in the country: a corridor of more than 1,100 kilometers that will connect the capitals of Salvador (Bahia) and Natal (Rio Grande do Norte).
This strategic route will pass through the cities of Aracaju (Sergipe), Maceió (Alagoas), Recife (Pernambuco), and Joao Pessoa (Paraíba), creating a vital axis for electric mobility in northeastern Brazil.
The corridor will feature 18 charging stations for electric vehicles, designed to facilitate transit and promote the use of sustainable vehicles in the region. Of these, 12 will be fast-charging stations located along the highways connecting the six cities.
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The electric highway will allow drivers to recharge their vehicles in significantly short times during long trips. The remaining six stations will be medium-charging and will be located in urban areas and shopping centers, offering users the opportunity to recharge their vehicles while engaging in other activities.
Thus, the project represents an important step towards modernizing transportation infrastructure in Brazil, highlighting Iberdrola’s actions in sustainability and energy transition.
By providing a well-distributed and accessible network of charging stations, the electric highway will facilitate the adoption of electric vehicles, reducing dependence on fossil fuels and contributing to the reduction of carbon emissions in one of the country’s most populated regions.
It is worth noting that the project is currently in its final phase of implementation, with expectations of being fully operational shortly. Finally, the launch of this electric highway can set a precedent for future developments in other parts of the country and the continent, with Iberdrola as a key player.
