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Qair begins testing of four PV plants within the 439 MW Bom Jardim Solar Complex in Ceará, Brazil

Development Solar announced Icó, Brazil Mar 9, 2026
USD0.4B
Deal Value
439 MW
Capacity
development
Stage
Bom Jardim PV complex
Project

Qair, a France-based renewable energy developer, has commenced testing of four PV plants (Bom Jardim I, II, III, and V) within the 439 MW Complexo Solar Bom Jardim in Ceará, Brazil. The commissioning activities for these plants, part of a larger 706-generating unit development with an estimated investment of BRL 2.13 billion (~ $0.40 billion), occurred between December 2025 and January 2026. The electricity from the complex will be transmitted via an 8 km transmission line connecting to the 230 kV Icó substation operated by Companhia Hidro Elétrica do São Francisco.

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Deal Analysis

French IPP Qair has swiftly moved into testing four of its Bom Jardim solar plants in Ceará, Brazil, just weeks after their commissioning between December 2025 and January 2026. This 439 MW portion represents a significant step in a larger 706-generating unit development, backed by an estimated $0.40 billion investment. The project will integrate into Brazil's grid via an 8 km transmission line connecting to Companhia Hidro Elétrica do São Francisco's 230 kV Icó substation. Qair, known for developing and operating a diversified portfolio of renewable energy projects, continues to expand its operational footprint in the region.
  • $0.40 billion estimated investment for the larger 706-generating unit development.
  • 439 MW of solar capacity from four plants now undergoing testing.
  • Commissioning activities completed between December 2025 and January 2026, with testing announced March 2026.
  • French IPP Qair bringing new capacity online in Brazil.

Source Intelligence

KEY DETAILS

Four PV plants (Bom Jardim I, II, III and V) within the complex have started testing. Commissioning activities for these four plants were conducted between December 2025 and January 2026 at the project site in Icó. The Bom Jardim development consists of ten PV plants with 706 generating units. Electricity from the Bom Jardim complex will be transmitted through a step-up substation and an approximately 8 km transmission line, connecting to the 230 kV Icó substation. Testing work is examining electrical systems, inverter operations, grid connections and PV module performance before the plants move into commercial generation.

Deal Size
involves an estimated investment of BRL 2.13 billion (~ $0.40 billion)
Capacity
439 MW Complexo Solar Bom Jardim
Location
Ceará, Brazil.
Financials
involves an estimated investment of BRL 2.13 billion (~ $0.40 billion).
COD
All ten PV plants in the 439 MW Bom Jardim complex are scheduled to begin commercial operation by December 2027.
PARTIES MENTIONED IN SOURCE
Q
Qair developer

"Qair, a France-based renewable energy developer engaged in large-scale power generation projects, has started testing of four PV plants within the 439 MW Complexo Solar Bom Jardim in Ceará, Brazil."

C
Companhia Hidro Elétrica do São Francisco operator

"Icó substation operated by Companhia Hidro Elétrica do São Francisco."

high quality Enriched Mar 9, 2026

Timeline

Announced
Mar 9, 2026
Signed
Closed

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