energy infrastructure
[ˈɛnərdʒi ˈɪnfrəˌstrʌktʃər]
nounpl: energy infrastructures
infraestrutura energética
1. The system of facilities, equipment, and networks required to produce, distribute, and consume energy
The country invested billions in upgrading its energy infrastructure to support renewable sources.
O país investiu bilhões na modernização de sua infraestrutura energética para apoiar fontes renováveis.
2. Physical structures and systems including power plants, transmission lines, pipelines, and distribution networks
Aging energy infrastructure in many developed nations requires significant investment for maintenance and modernization.
A infraestrutura energética envelhecida em muitas nações desenvolvidas requer investimento significativo para manutenção e modernização.
3. The foundational systems that enable the generation, transmission, and delivery of electricity and fuel to consumers
Climate change poses serious risks to critical energy infrastructure in coastal regions.
As mudanças climáticas representam riscos sérios à infraestrutura energética crítica nas regiões costeiras.
In Brazil, energy infrastructure discussions are particularly relevant given the country's hydroelectric dependence and recent focus on expanding renewable energy sources. In the USA and internationally, this term has become increasingly prominent in policy discussions about climate change, infrastructure modernization, and energy independence. The phrase reflects growing concerns about grid modernization, resilience, and the transition to sustainable energy systems.
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