This project aims to apply pneumatic technology to control hydraulic turbines, replacing the hydraulic systems that are traditionally used for this application. Among the main advantages of pneumatic systems, the lowest acquisition cost, ease of maintenance and the non-use of hydraulic oil stand out, the latter being of great interest to the electricity generation sector, due to the large environmental impacts caused by a possible oil leak at a hydroelectric plant. The main challenges of the project are related to the development of a closed-loop control system that is economically viable for controlling the turbine distributor, and also, developing an actuation system that is capable of meeting the high actuation force demands of the turbine. induction valve. The project envisages the construction of a test bench to evaluate the proposed solutions, as well as the installation of a pilot project in a turbine with 438 KVA of generation capacity.