ABSTRACT
The demands for a sustainable development have put a strong emphasis on the use of renewable energy sources. In this regard, Brazil is in a privileged position with its large hydropower potential for electricity generation. On the other hand, there has been an increase in the distance between generation and consumption locations. As a result, the transmission of energy,—its technological aspects, dependability, and attendant costs-,is of great importance in the decision among different competing energy sources.
