ESG MORREU! A NOVA PRIORIDADE DO MUNDO VAI TE SURPREENDER

Watch on YouTube ↗  |  January 16, 2026 at 21:00  |  10:13  |  Market Makers
Speakers
Marcos Troyjo — Economist, former Special Secretary of Foreign Trade and International Affairs, MIT Robert E. Wilhelm Fellow

Summary

Marcos Troyjo argues that ESG has metamorphosed into ESG 2.0, where the priorities are economy, security, and geopolitics rather than environmental purity alone. He shows that the energy transition is not linear, with major powers continuing to rely on fossil fuels for economic and strategic reasons. In this context, Brazil is presented as a major beneficiary due to its environmental, energy, and food resources, plus its strategic neutrality and distance from geopolitical conflicts.

  • ESG is shifting from environmental focus to economy, security, and geopolitics (ESG 2.0).
  • Energy transition is non-linear; Canada, Europe, China, India, and the US still prioritize fossil fuels.
  • China is expanding nuclear and coal use; India is growing fast and refining more oil.
  • Brazil is portrayed as an environmental, energy, and food superpower with a diversified matrix.
  • Brazil's ethanol and pre-salt resources give it flexibility across traditional and renewable energy.
  • Brazil's strategic neutrality allows it to deal with China, the US, and Europe.
  • South America's distance from major conflicts makes Brazil a relatively stable geopolitical destination.
  • Troyjo sees an open window for Brazil to attract trade and investment.
Ideas
Marcos Troyjo Economist, former Special Secretary of Foreign Trade and International Affairs, MIT Robert E. Wilhelm Fellow 2:19
Fossil fuel demand remains resilient
The global energy transition is not linear. Major powers are prioritizing energy security, cheap energy, and industrial policy, leading Canada to refocus on fossil fuels, Europe to return to traditional fuels after Russian gas disruptions, China to burn record coal while building nuclear, India to refine more oil, and the US to pursue 'drill baby drill'. This supports continued strong demand for fossil fuels.
Marcos Troyjo Economist, former Special Secretary of Foreign Trade and International Affairs, MIT Robert E. Wilhelm Fellow 5:01
Brazil benefits from ESG 2.0 shift
Brazil benefits from the ESG 2.0 shift because it is an environmental superpower with biodiversity, a diversified energy matrix, long renewable-fuel experience including ethanol, competitive pre-salt traditional fuels, and a fundamental role in global food production. As the world prioritizes economy and security, Brazil's ability to supply both sustainable and traditional energy and food is a major advantage.
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