On August 22, 2025, the Aya Hub, Brazil’s first green economy center, hosted the event “Low-Carbon Economy and Renewable Energy”, organized by InvestRS in partnership with AYA Earth Partners, bringing together approximately 80 public and private sector leaders. Among the participants, the presence of Victor Key, President of the Brazil-Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Brazil Vietnam Chamber), highlighted the Chamber’s role in promoting investments and connecting international business ecosystems.

The event featured a keynote by Eduardo Leite, Governor of Rio Grande do Sul, who presented the State’s fiscal recovery trajectory, strategic planning, and the pillars of energy transition, positioning RS as a safe and competitive destination for green investments. Leite emphasized that, thanks to structural reforms, the State reduced its payroll expenditure ratio, increasing its investment capacity from 3% to almost 11% of net current revenue.

During his speech, the governor highlighted Rio Grande do Sul’s renewable energy potential, noting it is the 4th largest solar energy producer and 5th largest wind energy producer in Brazil, as well as a leader in offshore wind licensing projects. He also underscored the strategic potential of the State’s agro-industrial base for biofuel production, such as biodiesel and wheat ethanol, and the development of the green hydrogen chain, which could add around BRL 50 billion to the State GDP by 2040.

Complementing the keynote, Marjorie Kauffmann, Secretary of Environment and Infrastructure, presented RS decarbonization projects, including the green hydrogen development program, the State’s electric transmission infrastructure, and incentive programs for innovative companies. Rafael Prikladnicki, President of InvestRS, emphasized the agency’s role in connecting investors and turning opportunities into concrete projects, strengthening RS’s image as a reference in clean energy and green economy.

The event also featured panels and networking sessions, allowing participants to exchange experiences and reinforce partnerships between government, companies, and investors, consolidating RS as a strategic hub for sustainable development and energy transition in Brazil.

The presence of Chamber President Victor Key reinforced the international perspective of the meeting, highlighting opportunities for cooperation between Brazilian private sector and international partners interested in green investments.

The event demonstrated that Rio Grande do Sul is prepared to lead the national energy transition, offering legal security, strategic incentives, and robust infrastructure for investors seeking to operate in an innovative and sustainable market.