Welcome
to Verene, the real
energy direction
to a prosperous future
and sustainable

WE ARE
AGENTS OF
ACCELERATION

With a presence in Brazil and Latin America, we seek to be the vehicle for development in the La Caisse electricity sector. We are committed to driving progress and improving the quality of life in the communities where we operate.

Our team is composed of qualified and experienced professionals who are committed to providing excellent services, always aligned with the highest standards of quality and safety.

We believe that the electricity sector's infrastructure is essential for environmentally responsible socioeconomic development. Therefore, we prioritize the continuous improvement of our assets, ensuring efficiency, protection, and stability for the national interconnected system and its end consumers.

At Verene, we value strategic partnerships and long-term relationships with our stakeholders, aiming to contribute to the economic and social growth of the regions where we operate.

Mission

The real energy
Towards a future
prosperous and sustainable.

Vision

Verene, a pioneering company in all the fields in which it operates, creates trends,
“"It changes the game," it's a benchmark, and it contributes to evolution.
of the energy sector in Latin America.

Values

Security
Integrity
Ethics
Diversity and inclusion
Welcome
Respect
Empathy
Solidarity

History

Executive Board

Joseph
Cherem
Chick

Director
President

Responsible for defining the company's strategy and objectives, ensuring its financial and operational success. With over 30 years of experience in the electricity sector, he has held leadership positions in large companies, such as Vice-President at AES Eletropaulo, Director of Corporate Security and Technical Director at EDP, and Director of O&M at AES Tietê. He holds a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and a postgraduate degree in Administration from COPPEAD, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, and a specialization in Maintenance Optimization from the State University of Rio de Janeiro.

Dwarf
Graciela
Granato

Director
Financial

He leads the company's financial planning and strategy. With over 20 years of experience in financial management, he has held various leadership positions in companies in the electricity sector, such as AES Eletropaulo, Brookfield Gestão de Empreendimentos, and was CFO of UHE Teles Pires, where he dedicated himself to the administrative, financial, and environmental areas, including Purchasing and Human Resources. He began his career as a Financial Analyst at AES Brasil, graduated in Economics from the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro, and holds a postgraduate degree in Economic Law from the Getúlio Vargas Foundation.

Arnaldo
Bittencourt

Director
Legal and
regulatory

Responsible for legal, compliance, and facilities management. With over 15 years of experience in the electricity sector, he has held various executive and legal positions, including Legal Manager and Executive Attorney at Taesa, as well as Legal Manager and Director at Terna Group. He holds a Bachelor of Laws degree from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro and a postgraduate degree in Business Law with an emphasis on Corporate Law and Capital Markets from the Getúlio Vargas Foundation.

Arthur
Hoff

Director
Technical

He leads technical teams to ensure safety, efficiency, and quality in power transmission operations. He is also responsible for the company's technological innovations. With over 25 years of experience in electrical engineering, he began his career in 1994 and expanded his skills in positions such as Maintenance Coordinator and Project Manager, in addition to having worked for Taesa as Business Management Manager. He holds a bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the State University of Santa Catarina and a postgraduate degree in Business Management and Strategy from the Getúlio Vargas Foundation.

Board of Directors

La Caisse

La Caisse is a global investment group that manages funds for public pension plans and insurance plans in Quebec.

As of June 30, 2023, La Caisse's net assets totaled CAD 424 billion. As one of Canada's leading institutional fund managers, La Caisse invests globally in major financial markets, private equity, infrastructure, and real estate. It holds a "AAA, Stable" credit rating from S&P, Moody's, and DBRS.

La Caisse has been investing in infrastructure for almost 25 years, and its infrastructure portfolio reached approximately CAD 55 billion as of December 31, 2022. La Caisse has a strong presence in Latin America, with total investments of approximately CAD 19 billion. La Caisse's exposure to Brazil amounts to CAD 7 billion.

Our Locations

THIRST

Catete Street, 359 – 4th floor – Block A – Flamengo / RJ 

TRANSMISSION STATIONS

Santa Lúcia

Mato Grosso

Santa Maria

Rio Grande do Sul

Linha Verde I

Minas Gerais

Linha Verde II

Minas Gerais

Intesa

Goiás and Tocantins

Belém

To

Barreiras

Bahia

Buritirama

Bahia

Vale do Sertão

Bahia and Piauí

Jaíba

Minas Gerais and Bahia

Alto Sertão

Minas Gerais and Bahia

Presidente Juscelino

Minas Gerais

Tapajós

To

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