Goldwind's first wind turbine factory outside China, which opened on August 27 in Camaçari, Bahia, marks a significant step forward for Brazil's renewable energy sector and the Bahian economy. The unit will have the capacity to manufacture up to 150 turbines per year, with a total investment amount of R$100 million.

Governor Jerónimo Rodrigues attended the inauguration, emphasizing that the factory will not only strengthen Brazil's energy matrix, but will also help the country become a major exporter of wind power technology.

Goldwind, one of the largest turbine manufacturers in the world, will produce equipment with power output between 5.3 and 7.5 MW, surpassing the capacity of domestic wind turbines. The new unit is expected to capture 25% to 30% of the Brazilian market.

(Source: BA de Valor, on August 27)