Engie approved the adhesion to the Uso do Bem Público (UBP) restructuring mechanism for its Cana Brava and Ponte de Pedra hydropower plants in Brazil, reducing future obligations from R$ 4.4 billion to a single payment of R$ 2.3 billion. The agreement allows Engie to advance its expansion strategy by requesting approval from Aneel (Brazil's electricity regulator) to expand the Salto Santiago hydropower plant. The restructuring resolves a material financial liability tied to the public use of these assets, freeing up capital for Engie's growth initiatives. The deal directly impacts Engie's Brazilian hydro portfolio, which includes multiple operational plants contributing to the country's renewable energy mix. The transaction was finalized on the same day as the article publication, marking a strategic financial maneuver to optimize Engie's balance sheet.