In Brazil, EPBR reports on August 14, 2024, Be8 began construction of a new ethanol plant in Passo Fundo, Rio Grande do Sul, with a planned annual production capacity of 220 million liters. Set to operate in 2026, this facility will be capable of producing both anhydrous ethanol, which can be mixed with gasoline, and hydrated ethanol for direct fuel use. Funded by R$ 729.7 million from the National Bank for Economic and Social Development, this project introduces wheat and triticale as novel raw materials for ethanol production in Brazil.
The plant also includes the production of bran for animal feed and vital gluten for human consumption, along with self-generated electricity from biomass cogeneration. Excess energy will be supplied to the local distribution network, and liquid effluents will be recycled for steam production. Spanning a built area of about 40 hectares, with extensive earthmoving activities involving 1.5 million cubic meters of soil, the plant is a significant addition to Be8’s portfolio, which includes biodiesel, green diesel, sustainable aviation fuel, liquefied natural gas, green hydrogen, and ammonia.
Tags: Be8, Brazil, ethanol
Category: Fuels
