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Marcelo Araujo stresses the necessity of innovation in Brazil's energy sector to facilitate the energy transition. He notes that enhanced funding and regulatory changes are essential for developing new energy initiatives.

Araujo identifies three key areas for innovation: production technologies, energy management systems, and business models. He mentions the potential of small modular nuclear reactors and green hydrogen, while also addressing challenges such as the need for a more digitalized energy network. Additionally, he highlights the importance of integrating academia and the private sector for successful innovation, advocating for market reforms to stimulate investment in energy projects.