Light advances Summer Plan 2026/2027 to brace grid for El Niño

Brazilian utility Light is pulling forward its Summer Plan 2026/2027 to this month, citing imminent El Niño-driven extreme weather (heavy rains, winds, heatwaves). Measures include advancing preventive maintenance, boosting weather monitoring, and expanding operational response capacity. The move signals elevated grid-stress risk in its concession area ahead of the seasonal peak.