Caring for water, a shared and vital asset for everyone, as well as for Belo Monte operations, is a material topic and a priority for Norte Energia. To ensure the preservation of the water quality of the Xingu River, we carry out continuous monitoring work through our Water Resources Management Plan.
This plan encompasses a series of studies and activities aimed at collecting data and analyzing water bodies in the region influenced by the Belo Monte HPP. Our objective is to understand the biotic and socioeconomic aspects, including the behavior of fauna, flora and local communities, in relation to the hydrodynamics of the region. The results are regularly reported to the control bodies.
Water collected from the Xingu River for human consumption is treated at Norte Energia’s Water Treatment Plants (ETA), in accordance with Ordinance GM/MS No. 888/2021, before being used. The volume of water collected is measured by hydrometric reading.