The Fire Monitor, integrated into BRAM’s Operations Center, utilizes automation, satellite monitoring, and cloud data to issue real-time alerts, mitigating risks to photovoltaic assets nationwide
With the worsening dry periods in Brazil, driven by factors such as the El Niño phenomenon and an increased incidence of wildfires, Brasol is strengthening the strategic use of its “Fire Monitor“. This automated tool has been crucial for proactively protecting the company’s portfolio of over 150 solar farms and 280 MWp under its management across the country.
Developed in-house by the Performance and Monitoring teams of Brasol Renewable Asset Management (BRAM), the system represents a milestone in environmental risk management for the distributed generation sector. The platform processes data every 10 minutes from an advanced network of environmental satellites to monitor fire outbreaks.
Cutting-Edge Technology for Solar Protection
Through a cloud-based architecture and advanced data intelligence, the system cross-references the coordinates of heat spots with the locations of Brasol’s solar farms within a 5 km radius. Should an incipient fire be detected less than 2 km from any photovoltaic asset, BRAM’s Integrated Operations Center (IOC) receives an automatic and immediate alert. This agility allows for the rapid activation of preventive protocols, mitigating the risk of structural damage or interruption in clean energy generation.
During the dry season, response time is the most critical factor for asset protection and operational continuity. The Fire Monitor has eliminated the reliance on manual alerts, transforming our approach from reactive to preventive. Today, we have real-time visibility of any threat within a 5 km radius of our plants, which reinforces our commitment to operational excellence.
The statement comes from Allan Mesquita, Director of Asset Management at Brasol and leader of the BRAM BU. The solution’s performance solidifies the company’s commitment to safety and efficiency.
Innovation and Security in Distributed Generation
The system’s effectiveness and robustness cement BRAM’s reputation as a leader in innovation for solar energy asset management, paving the way for the Fire Monitor to be made available in the near future as an independent technological solution to protect solar parks and third-party assets in the energy market. The Fire Monitor operates with high precision and advanced data intelligence algorithms, reinforcing the culture of innovation and security that guides Brasol’s business decisions.
Brasol’s implementation of the Fire Monitor demonstrates a significant advance in operational security and the resilience of Brazil’s solar energy sector. By strategically protecting over 150 photovoltaic plants against the increasing risks of fires during dry periods, the company not only ensures the continuous production of clean and sustainable energy, but also sets a new standard for risk management and technological innovation in the distributed generation market. This commitment to security and sustainability is fundamental for the growth and confidence in the future of Brazil’s energy mix.
