The administration of Tarcísio de Freitas in Brazil has taken a significant step by sending an official letter to the Ministry of Mines and Energy, urging for a timeline on the ongoing process initiated by ANEEL (National Electric Energy Agency) which could potentially lead to the termination of Enel's concession. The letter was signed by key government secretaries, highlighting the administration's commitment to addressing the issues surrounding Enel's service provision.

In the correspondence, the government stressed the multiple communications sent to ANEEL over the past year, emphasizing their concerns about the quality of service provided by Enel, which they have classified as "below minimally acceptable levels of quality." Specific issues noted include recurring failures indicating structural deficiencies in maintenance, a lack of investment in modernization and network renewal, and inadequacies in the workforce employed by the concessionaire. This criticism reflects the administration's urgent need for improvements in public service reliability.

Moreover, the letter pointed out the ineffectiveness of previously applied penalties meant to encourage Enel to improve its service quality. This situation highlights a broader challenge in the regulatory framework governing public utilities in Brazil, where there is increasing pressure on the government and regulatory entities to ensure that private sector providers deliver satisfactory services to the public. The outcome of this situation could influence future regulatory actions and the relationship between the government and energy providers in Brazil.