As Brazil prepares to take center stage in global forums, such as the G20 and COP30 — the first U.N. climate conference to be held in the Amazon — questions arise about the country’s future trajectory. How will recent political shifts and international engagements shape Brazil’s economic policies, regulatory environment, and energy landscape?
The Baker Institute Center for Energy Studies, in partnership with the Brazil-Texas Chamber of Commerce (BRATECC), hosted a Brazil Summit on Feb. 4, 2025. This conference explored the implications of the 2024 U.S. elections on Brazil’s outlook, role in global institutions, and evolving energy sector, including recent progress in energy transition regulations and opportunities for investors and businesses. The event brought together a distinguished group of participants from Brazil and the U.S., including policymakers, energy leaders, financial experts, academic scholars, think tank advisors, and legal professionals.
It was free and open to the public.
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Agenda
| 7:30 am | Registration and Breakfast |
| 8:00 am | Opening RemarksKenneth B. Medlock III, Ph.D. Carla Lacerda |
| 8:20 am | Political Analysis — How will Brazil’s political reality shape the future of the country?How do the U.S. election results shape U.S.-Brazil relations and impact Brazil’s investment outlook, especially in the energy sector? What are the potential effects of the G20 and COP 30 on Brazil’s energy sector? Moderated by: Francisco Monaldi, Ph.D., Wallace S. Wilson Fellow in Latin American Energy Policy, Director, Latin America Energy Program, Baker Institute Brian Winter Thiago Aragão |
| 9:10 am | Economic Analysis — Macroeconomic Overview and TrendsWhat is the economic forecast for Brazil, and what factors are driving its growth? How is the Brazilian Tax Reform, particularly in the energy sector, impacting this, and what other key reforms are expected to stimulate investment and promote growth? Moderated by: Carla Lacerda, President, BRATECC Will Landers Mario Prada |
| 10:00 am | Break |
| 10:20 am | Navigating Brazil's Energy FutureWhat policies is Brazil implementing to develop sustainable energy, and is its infrastructure ready for renewable projects? Can Brazil balance leading the global energy transition with expanding oil and gas exploration? Moderated by: Benigna Cortés Leiss, Nonresident Fellow, Latin American Energy, Baker Institute Eric Eyberg Marina Domingues, Ph.D. Carlos Alberto Rechelo Neto Rachel Meidl |
| 11:40 am | Closing Remarks |
