Joice Figueiredo, Msc

Specialist

At PSR since 2026, focusing on studies of regulatory aspects in the power distribution segment, with an emphasis on economic regulation.

Academic Background

  • Bachelor of Science in Economics – Ibmec-MG
  • MS in Economics – UFMG

Professional Experience

  • Development of studies on methodologies for calculating required revenue in the distribution segment, including efficient operating costs, Factor X, non-technical losses, unrecoverable revenues, other revenues, and the weighted average cost of capital (WACC).
  • Technical support for distributors and utilities in rate review processes, including economic and regulatory analyses and assistance in discussions with the regulator.
  • Conducting studies on grid digitization and regulatory models aimed at integrating distributed energy resources into the Brazilian electricity system, including the deployment of smart metering systems in the distribution sector.
  • Development of regulatory analyses focused on concessions located in Areas of Severe Operational Restrictions, including an assessment of regulatory alternatives to ensure the economic and financial sustainability of service provision.