Summary
- Brazilian energy authorities have approved reinstating daylight saving time to save energy during a major drought affecting power generation.
- The return to daylight saving time needs approval from President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva before going into effect.
- A prolonged drought has impacted hydroelectric plants, leading to increased reliance on energy imports and higher power bills.
- Despite growth in wind and solar power, over half of Brazil’s electricity still comes from hydroelectric sources.