New hydroelectric plants in the Amazon will provide more energy for the southeast region of Brazil. Thus, power generation is expected to become one of the main economic activities of the region.

Ibama suspends licensing of São Luiz do Tapajós hydroelectric, in Brazil

April 25, 2016

Funai, the institution responsible for indigenous issues, recognized Munduruku indigenous territory, and then the Brazilian Institute of Environment took the backing of hydroelectric.

Dilma launched Belo Monte, the greatest work of his government

May 20, 2016

With advancement of impeachment, president accelerated the schedule to promote projects of its mandate, including the controversial dam