Amazon On 2026 consolidates its role as an international forum on infrastructure and sustainable development in the Amazon
Updated: Aug 26
The third edition of this nonprofit initiative brought together experts from eight countries and announced the creation of the Amazon On Institute to strengthen cross-sector collaboration around regional solutions
After two days of debates, Amazon On 2026 concluded its third edition, establishing itself as one of the leading forums dedicated to discussing solutions for the sustainable development of the Amazon rainforest. Held in Manaus, the meeting gathered representatives from the Brazilian federal government, regulatory agencies, international organizations, universities, corporations, and experts from Brazil and abroad to address topics such as connectivity, energy transition, artificial intelligence, bioeconomy, and digital infrastructure.
Throughout the program, a recurring theme emerged: expanding telecommunications and energy infrastructure is an essential requirement for broadening access to public services, driving innovation, and reducing inequalities in the region. The discussions also reinforced that connectivity must be treated as strategic infrastructure for economic development, national sovereignty, and improving the quality of life for Amazonian populations.
"Amazon On was born with the purpose of bringing different sectors together to discuss concrete solutions for the Amazon. With each edition, we gather more experts, institutions, and companies committed to the sustainable development of the region. We believe that connectivity, energy, innovation, and knowledge must go hand in hand to expand opportunities, improve the quality of life for Amazonian communities, and strengthen forest conservation," stated event coordinator Moisés Moreira.
Among the highlights of the second day was the panel "Sovereignty and Sustainability in the Amazon through Telecommunications and Energy Infrastructure," which gathered representatives from Brazil’s Federal Government, private companies, and internet service providers to discuss the challenges of digital transformation in the region. The Director of the Information Security Department at the Institutional Security Cabinet (GSI), Danielle Ayres, advocated for planning telecommunications and energy policies through coordinated government actions. "Technology, security, and digitalization are no longer cross-cutting topics—they are embedded in every activity. It is up to the State to create the conditions for developing this infrastructure through regulatory incentives, financing, and coordinated governance," she affirmed.
Representing regional service providers, Maykon Souza, CEO of ClickIP and Vice President of the Association of Internet Providers of Amazonas (Apriam), highlighted that digital infrastructure must be treated as a strategic asset for regional development. "Digital infrastructure is as crucial for the industry as electricity. Many municipalities still do not realize the economic potential that a quality connection can unlock, especially with the advancement of artificial intelligence and the digital economy," he said.
In the closing panel, "From the Amazon to the World," experts argued that technology, connectivity, and innovation are essential tools to strengthen the bioeconomy, expand access to public policies, and generate opportunities for traditional communities. Dr. Maria Angélica Corrêa, professor at the Federal University of Amazonas (UFAM), emphasized that scientific knowledge must serve forest conservation and regional development. "Technology is an essential tool to show the world the reality of the Amazon and contribute to its preservation. We are living in a climate emergency, and we need to turn knowledge into concrete action. The richness of this biome demands more research, investment, and responsibility so that its development occurs sustainably," she stated.
Another major focus was the energy transition in the Amazon. Experts discussed alternatives to expand energy infrastructure and ensure a more efficient and secure power supply for remote communities. For João Pilla, CEO of Âmbar Energia Amazonas, strengthening the sector requires solving structural challenges. "Service quality hinges on three major challenges: reducing operational costs, combating non-technical losses—which currently represent our biggest issue—and tackling non-payment. When a company becomes efficient, it can reinvest in expanding and improving power generation and distribution," he noted.
Over the two-day program, Amazon On hosted eight panels featuring representatives from ANATEL, ANEEL, the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), World Bank, Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF), Huawei, Qualcomm, HMN Technologies, UNESCO, and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), as well as officials from Portugal, Suriname, the Dominican Republic, Colombia, Cabo Verde, Peru, and China. Discussions covered energy transition, artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, meaningful connectivity, bioeconomy, and innovation models developed within the Amazon itself.
As one of the primary outcomes of its third edition, Amazon On announced the creation of the Amazon On Institute, a nonprofit organization that will drive forward the initiatives promoted by the forum throughout the year. According to Moisés Moreira, the goal is to transform the forum into a permanent platform for coordination among experts, institutions, and organizations committed to the future of the Amazon.
"Amazon On is no longer just an event; it has become a permanent platform to connect people, institutions, and initiatives committed to the future of the Amazon. We want to strengthen this ecosystem of dialogue and cooperation to turn good ideas into projects capable of generating sustainable development for the region," concluded Moisés Moreira.
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