International symposium in the Amazon highlights challenges and solutions for renewable energy

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The central objective of the meeting is to discuss fundamental issues related to the development of renewable energy in the region

Manaus (AM) — Experts from all over the world are gathered at the Institute of Technological Development (INDT) on Wednesday (17), from 8:30 am to 8 pm, for the “Meeting on Materials for Energy Applications in Amazonas”, an event supported by the Government of Amazonas, by through the Amazonas State Research Support Foundation (Fapeam), and coordinated by Yurimiler Leyet Ruiz, professor in the Department of Materials Engineering at the University of Amazonas (Ufam). The event takes place at the INDT headquarters, on Avenida José Moacir Teberga de Toledo, 1520 Planalto.

The central objective of the meeting is to discuss fundamental issues related to the development of renewable energy in the region, highlighting the need for innovative and sustainable solutions.

One of the main themes highlighted is the adaptation of renewable energy technologies to the Amazon environment. With its vast forests and unique biodiversity, the Amazon presents unique challenges for the efficient implementation of clean energy sources. The use of advanced materials and nanotechnology are key points in the discussions, highlighting the need for innovative and sustainable solutions. At the same time, the event marks a strategic partnership between INDT and Ufam.

In 2021, the institute created an innovative project in the area of ​​batteries, developing a lithium polymer battery, which despite being one of the best materials for this application, lithium is highly reactive to oxygen, which has caused explosions in several devices, such as cell phones.

It was based on this challenge that the INDT team decided to seek collaboration with Ufam, using the university’s research laboratories. This partnership resulted in the strengthening of research and the emergence of new solutions for the energy sector that will be debated during these days of the event.

“As we form partnerships, we reduce costs and increase technical knowledge, as both industries and institutes have specialists in these areas”,

highlights Mitsuo Lopes Takeno, Director of Technology and Innovation at INDT and one of the event’s speakers.

In addition to advances in batteries and energy storage systems, the symposium addresses topics such as the environmental impact of energy sources, public policies for clean energy and sustainable development strategies. The exchange of knowledge between researchers from different areas and integration with international experts are essential elements to promote innovations and collaborations that drive the energy transition in the Amazon region.

“This event is a pioneer in the Amazon region and is extremely important for us to advance studies and promote sustainable energy solutions. We are very pleased with the broad participation of universities, research institutes, companies and government representatives. This collaboration is critical not only for the region, but also for a more resilient and environmentally conscious global future. We are confident that the results and discussions here will have a significant impact on energy development in the Amazon and beyond,”

concludes Mitsuo.

The title of Mitsuo’s talk is “Characterization by X-ray Diffraction” and he will highlight the potential of this technique and its application in technological materials in the area of ​​technology. The lecture will be on Tuesday, at 3pm.

The target audience for the event is diverse, including researchers, academics, energy industry professionals, government representatives and students. Integration with researchers from different parts of the world is particularly valued in the context of the event, as this promotes the exchange of knowledge, the establishment of international collaborations and the expansion of professional networks.

Furthermore, the symposium provides a favorable environment for establishing international partnerships and sharing knowledge between researchers from different areas, such as materials engineering, electrical engineering, environmental engineering and computer sciences. This exchange of experiences is essential to boost innovation and accelerate the development of more efficient energy technologies.

The expectation is that the “Meeting on Materials for Energy Applications in Amazonas” will not only stimulate innovation and collaboration, but also inspire concrete actions that drive the transition to a more sustainable and resilient energy future in the Amazon and beyond.

*With information from consultancy

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