Data centers gain a new window of competitiveness through incentives, clean energy requirements and a clearer regulatory environment within Brazil’s Export Processing Zones.
A new landscape for digital operations in Brazil
The rapid acceleration of digital transformation has increased global demand for data infrastructure, and Brazil is emerging as a strategic destination for companies looking to build or expand data centers. Provisional Measure 1,307/2025 fits squarely into this moment and introduces conditions that could reposition the country on the international technology map.
The measure recognizes data centers as providers of services directed to foreign markets, making them eligible to operate inside Export Processing Zones. These zones offer broad tax incentives and more competitive conditions for large-scale projects, which can significantly improve the economics of high-performance digital operations.
What changes in practice
The MP introduces structural shifts with direct implications for how data center projects are conceived and built. Key highlights include:
- Eligibility of data center companies to access the full benefits of Export Processing Zones.
- Significant tax reductions on equipment, machinery and infrastructure investments.
- A requirement to consume exclusively renewable energy from power plants commissioned after the MP’s publication.
- Incentives for the expansion of new renewable energy projects and long-term power contracts.
- A push toward more robust energy solutions, such as structured PPAs and storage systems.
- The potential formation of technology hubs in regions with strong transmission capabilities.
- Greater alignment with international standards for sustainability, efficiency and environmental compliance.
These elements show that the MP’s impact extends far beyond fiscal relief. It creates an environment where technology, renewable energy and regulatory competitiveness intersect in ways that are rarely seen in public policy.
The new geography of digital infrastructure
As Export Processing Zones gain relevance, regions with logistical advantages, solid grid connections and proximity to renewable energy parks naturally stand out. These areas may evolve into true digital clusters capable of attracting data-intensive operations and fostering technological ecosystems around them.
At the same time, Brazil’s energy sector is undergoing its own transformation, driven by the expansion of the free energy market and the diversification of renewable sources. The result is a more dynamic environment for negotiating power contracts, designing energy portfolios and tailoring solutions to specific consumption profiles.
An opportunity for sustainable growth
The combination of renewable energy, fiscal benefits and digital infrastructure creates a rare window of opportunity. Companies with high data demand can operate with more competitive costs, stronger ESG alignment and access to more modern energy solutions. And in navigating this new landscape, expert guidance matters. Deal Comercializadora closely monitors the developments of MP 1,307/2025 and is ready to help companies structure renewable contracts, assess supply alternatives and build long-term energy strategies that support high-performance operations. The right energy strategy can be the foundation for turning opportunity into meaningful advantage.
