LGPD compliance in the renewable energy sector

a study on compliance and data governance in brazilian companies

Abstract

This qualitative and descriptive research analyzes how companies in the energy sector ensure data protection during the energy transition, focusing on intelligent monitoring of renewable energy and in light of the General Data Protection Law (LGPD). The central question is how these companies ensure data protection in this context. The specific objectives are: to investigate the collection, storage, and use of personal data; to analyze the obtaining of consent from data subjects; and to identify security measures adopted. The methodology involves documentary analysis of public information on the websites of EDP Brasil, Enel, Neoenergia, and Copel. Partial results indicate that, although at different stages of maturity, the companies have been incorporating principles of the LGPD, such as transparency, security, governance, and informed consent.