This document discusses Brookfield Renewable Energy Group's approach to developing renewable energy projects while respecting Indigenous peoples' rights. It provides examples of partnerships with First Nations communities in Canada on both operating and developing projects. It also outlines Brookfield's principles for engaging with Indigenous communities, including recognizing their special relationship to the land and seeking to identify social and economic benefits. The document further discusses an initiative in Brazil to establish guidelines for good corporate practices with Indigenous peoples and provides an example partnership on a hydroelectric project there.

1. Brookfield Renewable Energy Group. Focusing on Renewable Power Generation and Transmission
INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ RIGHTS AND LAND TENURE
Fostering Partnerships to Tackle Climate Change
RESPECTING, RECOGNIZING & SUPPORTING INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ RIGHTS
Global Landscapes Forum | Paris
Launching the new climate and development agenda
5-6 DECEMBER 2015

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3. 3Global Operations with Local Presence
We have integrated operating platforms on three continents with local operating and
power marketing expertise – 250 facilities ~ 7300 MW
Europe
• ~$1 billion AUM
• 600 MW
• 110 employees
North America
• ~$15 billion AUM
• 5,600 MW
• 1,100 employees
Latin America
• ~$3 billion AUM
• 1,100 MW
• 370 employees

4. 4Brookfield Renewable Power – Brazil
Projects in Development
• ~150 MW in greenfield hydro projects in development
• ~159 MW in greenfield wind projects in development
Power Plants in Operation – 1158 MW
40 Hydropower
04 Biomass thermopower (sugar cane)
05 Windpower
South Region
• 10 hydroelectric power plants in 6 watersheds – total installed capacity
203 MW
• Located in Paraná, Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina states
Southeast Region
• 21 hydroelectric power plants in 12 watersheds – total installed capacity
234 MW
• 2 biomass cogeneration plants (sugar cane) – total installed capacity 85
MW
• Located in Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo states
Midwest Region
• 9 hydroelectric power plants in 7 watersheds – total installed capacity
396 MW
• 2 biomass cogeneration plants (sugar cane) – total installed capacity 90
MW
• Located in Mato Grosso, Mato Grosso do Sul and Goiás states
Northeast Region
• 5 wind power plants – total installed capacity 150 MW
• Located in Rio Grande do Norte state

5. 5Brookfield's Aboriginal Relationship Values
 Our Aboriginal relationship principles are based on the fundamental values of honesty, respect and open
communication. We recognize that the Aboriginal Peoples are the original inhabitants of this land and
have specific rights. We also recognize and respect that every community has its own distinctive culture,
traditions and values. Our approach is to build long-term mutually beneficial relationships and to become
a business partner of choice.
Vision Statement

6. 6Brookfield's Aboriginal Relationship Values
 We act responsibly and honorably in our business relationships. We respect and uphold the agreements
we make.
Principles

7. 7Brookfield's Aboriginal Relationship Values
 We act responsibly and honorably in our business relationships. We respect and uphold the agreements
we make.
 We recognize the special relationship that Aboriginal Peoples have with the land. We are committed to
the sustainable use and preservation of the environment for future generations.
Principles

8. 8Brookfield's Aboriginal Relationship Values
 We act responsibly and honorably in our business relationships. We respect and uphold the agreements
we make.
 We recognize the special relationship that Aboriginal Peoples have with the land. We are committed to
the sustainable use and preservation of the environment for future generations.
 As we develop partnerships with Aboriginal communities, we actively seek ways to identify and support
initiatives that bring social, cultural and economic benefits.
Principles

9. 9Brookfield's Aboriginal Relationship Values
 We act responsibly and honorably in our business relationships. We respect and uphold the agreements
we make.
 We recognize the special relationship that Aboriginal Peoples have with the land. We are committed to
the sustainable use and preservation of the environment for future generations.
 As we develop partnerships with Aboriginal communities, we actively seek ways to identify and support
initiatives that bring social, cultural and economic benefits.
 We engage in timely, respectful and meaningful consultation with Aboriginal communities.
Principles

10. 10Brookfield's Aboriginal Relationship Values
 We act responsibly and honorably in our business relationships. We respect and uphold the agreements
we make.
 We recognize the special relationship that Aboriginal Peoples have with the land. We are committed to
the sustainable use and preservation of the environment for future generations.
 As we develop partnerships with Aboriginal communities, we actively seek ways to identify and support
initiatives that bring social, cultural and economic benefits.
 We engage in timely, respectful and meaningful consultation with Aboriginal communities.
 To ensure the successful implementation of our partnerships, we coordinate consultations and work
proactively with the appropriate federal and local agencies.
Principles

11. 11Brookfield's Aboriginal Relationship Values
 We act responsibly and honorably in our business relationships. We respect and uphold the agreements
we make.
 We recognize the special relationship that Aboriginal Peoples have with the land. We are committed to
the sustainable use and preservation of the environment for future generations.
 As we develop partnerships with Aboriginal communities, we actively seek ways to identify and support
initiatives that bring social, cultural and economic benefits.
 We engage in timely, respectful and meaningful consultation with Aboriginal communities.
 To ensure the successful implementation of our partnerships, we coordinate consultations and work
proactively with the appropriate federal and local agencies.
 We implement awareness programs throughout our organization to increase our own understanding and
appreciation of Aboriginal history, cultures, traditions and rights.
Principles

12. 12Brookfield's Aboriginal Relationship Values
 We act responsibly and honorably in our business relationships. We respect and uphold the agreements
we make.
 We recognize the special relationship that Aboriginal Peoples have with the land. We are committed to
the sustainable use and preservation of the environment for future generations.
 As we develop partnerships with Aboriginal communities, we actively seek ways to identify and support
initiatives that bring social, cultural and economic benefits.
 We engage in timely, respectful and meaningful consultation with Aboriginal communities.
 To ensure the successful implementation of our partnerships, we coordinate consultations and work
proactively with the appropriate federal and local agencies.
 We implement awareness programs throughout our organization to increase our own understanding and
appreciation of Aboriginal history, cultures, traditions and rights.
 We continue to review and adapt our Aboriginal guidelines, programs and initiatives to meet the changing
needs of our business and of Aboriginal communities.
Principles

13. 13Brookfield's Aboriginal Relationship – Guidelines
Building Relationships
The main success factor – early, open and transparent communication
First Nations Partnership Approach
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Apply new ways of engagement that better recognize legislation, aboriginal rights, legitimate
local interests and the environment.
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Successfully involve the public, stakeholders and First Nations early in the planning process.
– Planning and Siting/Routing: Include in planning, siting/routing discussions at a very early
stage
– Meaningful Economic Development: Include provision for useful commercial services
during permitting, construction, and on-going operation over long-term life of facility, in addition to
providing opportunity for local employment.
– Ownership: Potential for genuine ownership through equity participation (using Aboriginal Loan
Guarantee Program (Ontario), Brookfield loan-to-equity funding, investment of funds from
previous land settlements).

14. 14Businesses and Indigenous People Relationship - Brazil
Businesses and Indigenous People Dialogue Initiative Forum – TNC
NAI – Inter Sectoral Articulation Nucleus (Núcleo de Articulação Inter Setorial)
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Members representing all economic sectors
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Associação Brasileira das Indústrias Exportadoras de Carne – (Abiec)
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Anglo American
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Coordenação das Organizações Indígenas da Amazônia Brasileira (Coiab)
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Brookfield Energia Renovável
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Companhia Paulista de Força e Luz (CPFL)
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Fórum de Meio Ambiente do Setor Elétrico (FMASE)
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Fundação Nacional do Índio (Funai)
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Grupo de Trabalho da Pecuária Sustentável (GTPS)
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IBÁ (Indústria Brasileira de Árvores - observadora)
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Instituto Brasileiro de Mineração (Ibram)
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Instituto Socioambiental (ISA)
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Itaipu Binacional
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The Nature Conservancy (TNC)

15. 15Businesses and Indigenous People Dialogue Initiative
Proposal for Brazilian Guidelines of Good Corporate Practices with
Indigenous Peoples
NAI – Inter Sectoral Articulation Nucleus (Núcleo de Articulação Inter Setorial)
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Objectives
●
Promote exchange of experiences regarding cooperative relations between companies and
indigenous people in Brazil.

16. 16Businesses and Indigenous People Dialogue Initiative
Proposal for Brazilian Guidelines of Good Corporate Practices with
Indigenous Peoples
NAI – Inter Sectoral Articulation Nucleus (Núcleo de Articulação Inter Setorial)
●
Objectives
●
Promote exchange of experiences regarding cooperative relations between companies and
indigenous people in Brazil.
●
Identify potential for inclusive business investments with indigenous peoples, facilitating positive
and sustainable relationships between the business sector and the indigenous peoples and
organizations.

17. 17Businesses and Indigenous People Dialogue Initiative
Proposal for Brazilian Guidelines of Good Corporate Practices with
Indigenous Peoples
NAI – Inter Sectoral Articulation Nucleus (Núcleo de Articulação Inter Setorial)
●
Objectives
●
Promote exchange of experiences regarding cooperative relations between companies and
indigenous people in Brazil.
●
Identify potential for inclusive business investments with indigenous peoples, facilitating positive
and sustainable relationships between the business sector and the indigenous peoples and
organizations.
●
Contribute to the reduction of tensions in the relations between indigenous peoples and the
business sector, by expanding and facilitating dialogue.

18. 18Businesses and Indigenous People Dialogue Initiative
Proposal for Brazilian Guidelines of Good Corporate Practices with
Indigenous Peoples
NAI – Inter Sectoral Articulation Nucleus (Núcleo de Articulação Inter Setorial)
●
Objectives
●
Promote exchange of experiences regarding cooperative relations between companies and
indigenous people in Brazil.
●
Identify potential for inclusive business investments with indigenous peoples, facilitating positive
and sustainable relationships between the business sector and the indigenous peoples and
organizations.
●
Contribute to the reduction of tensions in the relations between indigenous peoples and the
business sector, by expanding and facilitating dialogue.
●
Analyze and systematize national and international experiences of good practice in relations
between companies and indigenous peoples.

19. 19Businesses and Indigenous People Dialogue Initiative
Proposal for Brazilian Guidelines of Good Corporate Practices with
Indigenous Peoples
NAI – Inter Sectoral Articulation Nucleus (Núcleo de Articulação Inter Setorial)
●
Objectives
●
Promote exchange of experiences regarding cooperative relations between companies and
indigenous people in Brazil.
●
Identify potential for inclusive business investments with indigenous peoples, facilitating positive
and sustainable relationships between the business sector and the indigenous peoples and
organizations.
●
Contribute to the reduction of tensions in the relations between indigenous peoples and the
business sector, by expanding and facilitating dialogue.
●
Analyze and systematize national and international experiences of good practice in relations
between companies and indigenous peoples.
●
Develop guidelines for good corporate practices standards with indigenous peoples in Brazil,
which can serve as a reference for companies and indigenous peoples.

20. 20Brookfield's Generation Facilities – First Nations Partnerships
Stage Project First Nations Partner Location
Operation Kokish 45 MW ‘Namgis First Nations Canada/BC
Develop. Clint Creek 6.6
MW
‘Namgis First Nations Canada/BC
Develop. Pehonan
250 MW
James Smith Cree Nation
Chakastapaysin Band of the
Cree Nation
Peter Chapman First Nation
Canada/ON
Develop. Lower Lake
10 MW
Pays Plat and Pic River Nations Canada/SK
Develop. Potential
Northern
Development
Eeyou Power (partnership of 9
Cree Nation Communities)
Canada/QC
Develop. Xanxerê
26 MW
Kaingang and Guarany First
Nations
Brazil/SC
Hydro Power Plants
Stage Project First Nations Partner Location
Develop. Nimaasing
~200 MW
Batchewawa First Nation Canada/ON
Develop. Coldwell
100 MW
Pic River First Nation Canada/ON
Wind Power Plants

21. 21Brookfield's Aboriginal Relationship – Brazil
Chapecozinho River Hydropower Development
Xanxerê Small Hydroelectric Power Plant
• 26.8 MW
• No reservoir (layout discussed with indigenous community).
• Population: 4500 native Kaingang and Guarany.

22. 22Brookfield's Aboriginal Relationship – Brazil
Xanxerê Small Hydroelectric Power Plant
Capacitating the Native People
• Making native people aware of their constitutional rights and their new responsibilities according to the
new laws.
●
Getting the approval of the native community for the terms of reference for the environmental
impact assessment studies.
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Reaching an agreement
— Development and implementation of a sustainable agricultural program.
— Development of studies and research in fish production and medicinal herbs.
— Development of cultural programs to guarantee the preservation of their culture heritage.
— Development of programs to enhance their quality of life regarding health and education.
— Participation in revenues as partners with a share of the project.

23. 23Brookfield's Aboriginal Relationship – Brazil
 With the agreement signed and the terms of reference approved by the native community, Brookfield,
together with the native people, developed a legal framework based on the new legislation to approach
the environmental authority and FUNAI (indigenous people federal agency).
 The approach was successful, allowing the start of the environmental impact assessment studies and
beginning the licensing process of this power plant.
 The social assessment studies (part of the mandatory environmental assessment) started in November
2015, and is being done by an Indigenous Consultant Company.
Current Situation

24. 24Brookfield's Aboriginal Relationship – Brazil
 The very first step is to construct a trustworthy relationship with the native community based on clear and
transparent communication.
Conclusions

25. 25Brookfield's Aboriginal Relationship – Brazil
 The very first step is to construct a trustworthy relationship with the native community based on clear and
transparent communication.
 It is very important to reach an agreement with the native people, having them as partners of the project.
Conclusions

26. 26Brookfield's Aboriginal Relationship – Brazil
 The very first step is to construct a trustworthy relationship with the native community based on clear and
transparent communication.
 It is very important to reach an agreement with the native people, having them as partners of the project.
 It is very important to empower the native people so they can really behave as owners of the process.
Conclusions

27. 27Brookfield's Aboriginal Relationship – Brazil
 The very first step is to construct a trustworthy relationship with the native community based on clear and
transparent communication.
 It is very important to reach an agreement with the native people, having them as partners of the project.
 It is very important to empower the native people so they can really behave as owners of the process.
 This will not guarantee the success of the project, but having them as owners (as the spirit of the
Brazilian Constitution intends to) will not only help to achieve environmental licensing, but ensure a more
sustainable project that supports and meets the needs of its most important stakeholders.
Conclusions

28. Brookfield Renewable Energy Group. Focusing on Renewable Power Generation and Transmission
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INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ RIGHTS AND LAND TENURE
Fostering Partnerships to Tackle Climate Change
RESPECTING, RECOGNIZING & SUPPORTING INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ RIGHTS