Welcome to Verene,
the true energy
towards a prosperous
and sustainable future.
Welcome to Verene,
the true energy
towards a prosperous
and sustainable future.
We are
acceleration
agents.
With a presence in Brazil and Latin America, we strive to be CDPQ’s driving force for development in the electric power sector. We are committed to stimulating 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 electric power 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, with the goal of contributing to the economic and social growth of the regions in which we operate.
Mission
The true energy towards a prosperous and sustainable future.
Vision
Verene is a pioneering company in its operating fields, setting trends, “changing the game”, serving as a reference, and contributing to the evolution of the Latin American energy sector.
Values
Safety
Integrity
Ethics
Diversity and inclusion
Welcoming
Respect
Empathy
Solidarity
History
Verene is an investment holding company in the electric power sector. It was founded in November 2022, following the acquisition of the totality of shares in energy transmission companies by CDPQ, a global investment group that manages funds for public pension and insurance plans in Québec. Currently, Verene’s portfolio consists of:
Responsible for defining the company’s strategy and objectives, ensuring its financial and operational success. With over 30 years of experience in the electric power sector, he has held leadership positions in major companies, including Vice-President at AES Eletropaulo, Director of Corporate Security and Technical Director at EDP, and Director of OM at AES Tietê. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and has a post-graduate degree in Administration from COPPEAD, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro. Additionally, he has a specialization in Maintenance Optimization from the State University of Rio de Janeiro.
Ana Graciela Granato
Chief Financial Officer
She leads the company’s financial planning and strategy. With over 20 years of experience in financial management, she has held various leadership positions in electric power sector companies, such as AES Eletropaulo and Brookfield Gestão de Empreendimentos. She also served as CFO of UHE Teles Pires, where she dedicated herself to administrative, financial, and environmental areas, including Purchasing and Human Resources. She started her career as a Financial Analyst at AES Brasil, graduated in Economics from the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro, and holds a post-graduate degree in Economic Law from Fundação Getúlio Vargas.
Arnaldo Bittencourt
Legal and Regulatory Director
Responsible for legal, compliance and facilities management. With over 15 years of experience in the electric power sector, he has held various executive and legal positions, including Legal Manager and Executive Lawyer at Taesa, as well as Legal Manager and Director at Terna Group. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Law from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro and a post-graduate degree in Business Law with an emphasis on Corporate Law and Capital Market from Fundação Getúlio Vargas.
Artur Hoff
Technical Director
Leads the technical teams to ensure safety, efficiency, and quality in energy 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. Additionally, he worked for Taesa as Manager of Business Management. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the State University of Santa Catarina and a post-graduate degree in Business Management and Strategy from Fundação Getúlio Vargas.
Responsible for defining the company’s strategy and objectives, ensuring its financial and operational success. With over 30 years of experience in the electric power sector, he has held leadership positions in major companies, including Vice-President at AES Eletropaulo, Director of Corporate Security and Technical Director at EDP, and Director of OM at AES Tietê. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and has a post-graduate degree in Administration from COPPEAD, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro. Additionally, he has a specialization in Maintenance Optimization from the State University of Rio de Janeiro.
She leads the company’s financial planning and strategy. With over 20 years of experience in financial management, she has held various leadership positions in electric power sector companies, such as AES Eletropaulo and Brookfield Gestão de Empreendimentos. She also served as CFO of UHE Teles Pires, where she dedicated herself to administrative, financial, and environmental areas, including Purchasing and Human Resources. She started her career as a Financial Analyst at AES Brasil, graduated in Economics from the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro, and holds a post-graduate degree in Economic Law from Fundação Getúlio Vargas.
Responsible for legal, compliance and facilities management. With over 15 years of experience in the electric power sector, he has held various executive and legal positions, including Legal Manager and Executive Lawyer at Taesa, as well as Legal Manager and Director at Terna Group. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Law from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro and a post-graduate degree in Business Law with an emphasis on Corporate Law and Capital Market from Fundação Getúlio Vargas.
Leads the technical teams to ensure safety, efficiency, and quality in energy 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. Additionally, he worked for Taesa as Manager of Business Management. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the State University of Santa Catarina and a post-graduate degree in Business Management and Strategy from Fundação Getúlio Vargas.
Board of Directors
Shareholders
CDPQ
CDPQ is a global investment group that manages funds for public pension and insurance plans in Québec.
As at June 30, 2023, CDPQ’s net assets totalled CAD 424 billion. As one of Canada’s leading institutional fund managers, CDPQ 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.
CDPQ has been investing in infrastructure for nearly 25 years, and its infrastructure portfolio reached approximately CAD 55 billion as of December 31, 2022. CDPQ has a strong presence in Latin America, with total investments of approximately CAD 19 billion. CDPQ’s exposure to Brazil amounts to CAD 7 billion.
Praia de Botafogo, 228
Sala 1201 F
Ed. Argentina
Botafogo | Rio de Janeiro
22.250-906
TRANSMITTERS
Linha Verde
From Presidente
Jucelino to Itabira
Santa Lúcia
From Jauru to Cuiabá
Santa Maria
Santa Maria a
Santo Ângelo
Difebal
From Tacuarembó
to Cerro Largo
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