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Governor Mauro Mendes highlights the importance of the new corn ethanol plant in Tapurah and the positive impact on the biofuels sector in MT.
The first plant The corn ethanol plant in Tapurah was visited by Governor Mauro Mendes earlier this week at its construction site. This project represents an important milestone for the biofuels sector in Mato Grosso and highlights the state’s potential for economic growth. The new plant is a significant undertaking that aims to strengthen Mato Grosso’s position as one of the leaders in ethanol production in Brazil.
Governor Mauro Mendes visits the plant
During the visit, Mendes highlighted the importance of work for the local economy and the positive impact it will have on the development of the region.
“I visited the construction site of the new ethanol plant in Tapurah, a grand project that demonstrates the strength of entrepreneurship in our region. The scale of the project, and the construction of a second similar plant in Diamantino, demonstrate the confidence of investors in the potential of our state. This initiative will boost production, generate jobs and put Mato Grosso at the forefront of the biofuels sector, showing the world the strength of our economy,” said the governor.
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Investor interest in the biofuels sector
The governor also mentioned the growing interest of investors in the biofuels sector in Mato Grosso.
According to him, the confidence demonstrated by investors is a reflection of the state's ability to meet demand and expand production.
“Mato Grosso is attracting large investments in the biofuels sector, which is a clear sign of the potential of our economy. The construction of this plant in Tapurah and the future installation of a unit in Diamantino are proof that the state is ready to lead in the biofuels and food markets,” said Mendes.
The growing interest of investors is seen as a positive indicator for the economic development of Mato Grosso and for the strengthening of local industry.
Advances in ethanol production
In 2023, Mato Grosso stood out as the national leader in production of corn ethanol, reaching 4,4 billion liters, representing 73% of the country's total production.
This achievement is a reflection of the state's ability to meet market demands and the efficiency of its industrial operations.
For Mauro Mendes, the new plant is an important step in the advancement of the state's industrialization.
He believes that the investment not only strengthens Mato Grosso's position in the national and international market, but also contributes to sustainable economic growth.
“The Government of Mato Grosso believes in the productive potential of these investments and how they contribute to all regions of the state. By strengthening and consolidating the industrial sector, we are enhancing our capacity to expand the production of food and biofuels in a sustainable way for the world,” said the governor.
Impact of the plant on the local economy
The new plant in Tapurah will have a processing capacity of 1 million tons of corn per year, which translates into more than 1,3 million liters of ethanol per day.
The construction of the plant is also a major source of employment, with around 700 people currently employed and the number of workers expected to reach over a thousand in the coming months.
The plant's impact on the local economy will be significant, contributing to job creation and the development of regional infrastructure.
The operation of the plant will also reinforce Mato Grosso's ability to lead the production of biofuels, consolidating its position in the sector.
