Brazil’s ambitious energy roadmap: Doubling ethanol production and expanding natural gas supply

The CEO of Cogen (Energy Cogeneration Industry Association), Newton Duarte, has announced that Brazil has committed to increasing its annual ethanol production from 30 billion to 50 billion liters by the end of the decade, aligning with its commitments at COP21 and the Paris Agreement.

To achieve this target, Brazil must produce 600 million tons of sugarcane, a significant increase from the current 400 million tons.

Duarte emphasizes that this expansion is crucial for Brazil to play a leading role in the global energy transition

The plan to boost ethanol production holds great importance for the development of more sustainable vehicles.

Automakers are closely monitoring the availability of ethanol as they seek to adapt their vehicles to the Brazilian market.

Ethanol serves as a cost-effective alternative to electrification, contributing to the production of less polluting vehicles.

In addition to ethanol, Duarte emphasizes the need for Brazil to increase its natural gas supply for industrial use.

Natural gas plays a vital role in establishing a sustainable electricity system that supports renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar power.

The intermittency of these renewable sources necessitates a backup, and natural gas serves as a reliable and practical solution to manage fluctuations in power generation.

Expanding ethanol production and enhancing the availability of natural gas will contribute to Brazil’s energy goals and its commitment to environmental sustainability.

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