Ecogerma: Brazilian Sustainable Technologies Firms Find Solid Partners in Germany

SAO PAULO - Germany’s success in sustainable technologies will be the
centerpiece of this year’s Ecogerma trade fair in São Paulo, Brazil from
March 12 - 15. The conference will bring industry leaders together with
representatives of one of the world’s fastest growing markets for sustainable
technologies. Ecogerma is organized by the German Chambers of Commerce Abroad
(AHKs) in Mercosur together with the German Embassy in Brazil and the German
Consulate General in São Paolo.

Germany is well positioned in sustainable technologies, an
industry that covers a broad range of industries and themes. This sector is
currently buttressing Germany’s economy during the global downturn, as seen
by its steady growth levels and continued investment. Germany has the largest
photovoltaic (PV) market in the world, a world market share of 24 percent in
recycling technology and 40 percent of sustainable water management.
Additionally, Germany continues to be one of the top global players in wind
and biofuels.

While avoiding many of the problems facing other countries,
the Brazilian government has responded swiftly to global economic challenges.
Within its stimulus program PAC (Programa de Aceleração do Crescimento),
which took effect in 2007 and has been increased in 2009 and again for 2010,
Brazil will support the energy sector with over Real (R$) 759 million
(approximately EUR 250 million). These efforts hope to boost the industry
despite the economic downturn.

Brazil is globally recognized as a leader in biofuels, making
German and Brazilian industry representatives natural partners. Total
industry turnover in Germany was EUR 10 billion in 2007 with EUR 2.4 billion
invested in the industry in the same year. Germany is the largest consumer of
bioenergy in Europe with a share of over 16 percent in total bioenergy
consumption of all EU-27 countries. By 2030, the industry aims to cover 18
percent of power and 15 percent of heat consumption by bioenergy.

Ecogerma allows potential investors to take advantage of the
latest developments in the industry and to meet with other experts.
Representatives from Germany Trade & Invest will be on hand to answer
questions and offer assistance to Brazilian firms looking to enter German
markets as well as German exporters looking to invest overseas.

Germany Trade & Invest is the foreign trade and inward investment
promotion agency of the Federal Republic of Germany. The organization advises
and supports foreign companies seeking to expand into the German market and
assists companies established in Germany looking to enter foreign markets.
All inquiries are treated confidentially.

Media Contact:
Eva Henkel
Phone: +49-30-200099-173
Fax: +49-30-200099-111
Email: eva.henkel@gtai.com

Source: Germany Trade and Invest

Media Contact: Eva Henkel, Phone: +49-30-200099-173, Fax: +49-30-200099-111, Email: eva.henkel at gtai.com