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New phase of Inpasa's Sinop plant highlights Brazil's role in the global bioeconomy and the search for sustainable fuels
This Tuesday, Inpasa announced enthusiastically the beginning of operations of the fourth and final phase of the plant, and now, the largest corn ethanol biorefinery in the world. Located in Sinop, in the north of Mato Grosso, This plant represents a significant advance in Brazilian bioenergy. Furthermore, this expansion reinforces the country's commitment to more sustainable fuels. Since its inception in 2019, the plant has undergone continuous phases of growth and now reaches a production capacity of 2,1 billion liters of ethanol per year, according to the Forbes website.
The new era of corn ethanol in Brazil
The Inpasa plant in Sinop is recognized as the largest producer of corn ethanol in the world. It processes about 4,6 million tons of cereal annually. This volume, in turn, represents approximately 10% of total corn production in Mato Grosso. Therefore, the plant not only consolidates Inpasa as a leader in the biofuels market, but also puts Brazil in highlighted in the global bioeconomy.
Furthermore, the inauguration ceremony of the new phase of the biorefinery was attended by presence of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. During the event, he sanctioned the “Fuel of the Future” bill, which highlights the federal government support for the development of sustainable technologies. “We are at a unique moment in the Brazilian bioeconomy. Initiatives like this reaffirm our country as a protagonist on the global stage,” said José Lopes, president of Inpasa.
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Billion-dollar investments and sustainable co-products
The Sinop plant received a total investment of BRL 4,1 billion. This value reflects Inpasa's commitment to the growth of the biofuels sector in Brazil. In addition to the production of corn ethanol, the unit also generates 1 million tons of DDGs bran, a valuable by-product for animal feed. In addition, the biorefinery produces 105 thousand tons of corn oil and 804,1 GWh of bioelectricity. This amount of energy is enough to supply the unit itself and part of the region's electricity grid.
These co-products play a fundamental role in the sustainability of the ethanol production process corn. They therefore ensure full use of the raw material, minimizing waste. For example, DDGS bran is highly nutritious and valued in the livestock industry. Meanwhile, the bioelectricity generated contributes significantly to the country's renewable energy matrix.
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