Government

Special Commission should be created to analyze the merits of PEC and also about veto of new plants

The public sector will review contracts and use more solar energy to minimize spending by up to 90%

He resigned for “personal reasons” and apparently is still on good terms with the minister

The idea is to meet open demand for thermal concessions due in 2023

Onshore asset development will require US$ 10B in investments in the period

Petrobras Board Chairman cites ocean geopolitical factors

New Market, New Regulatory Framework

New law banning the technology for exploiting shale gas was published in the Official Gazette

MME plans to meet with governments of Paraná and Rio Grande do Sul

Experts praise rules, but note that a presidential veto leaves room for political maneuvers

CNPE and Agenersa in Rio published new regulations for the natural gas market

The group held more than 40 meetings with the participation of at least 45 industry players