Cargill and Omega Energia Advance in Bahia Wind Power Partnership

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Published on 03/10/2023 at 18:04

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Joining Forces for a Cleaner and More Efficient Energy Matrix in Brazil.

In a joint effort to enhance its environmental responsibility, Cargill is intensifying its collaboration with Omega Energia. This partnership expansion will focus on a new wind farm project located in the heart of Bahia, aimed at powering all of Cargill’s operations in Brazil.

A Renewed Energy Partnership

Located in the cities of Xique-Xique and Gentio do Ouro, the wind farm, which is currently under construction, will be activated in January 2025. It will incorporate the Assuruá 5 – I and III plants, showcasing an impressive total capacity of 81.2 MW. Most of this production will power Cargill’s units spread across Brazil.

Gabriel Garbin, Regional Energy Director at Cargill, emphasizes the importance of this partnership: “This agreement reflects our ongoing commitment to clean energy and efficiency in our operations. It is also directly aligned with our sustainability mission and our determination to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.”

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Leveraging Sustainability in Agribusiness

Fabiana Polido, Commercial Director at Omega Energia, highlights the symbiosis between agribusiness and renewable energy. “In a world where it is estimated that US$ 5.7 trillion will be needed by 2030 to curb climate change, partnerships like this one with Cargill are crucial to steer us toward a more sustainable future,” she says.

Reinforcing this vision, it is worth noting that as early as 2022, Cargill and Omega Energia had sealed an agreement aimed at supplying northeastern facilities with wind energy. With the new alliance in 2025, Cargill is further advancing in its sustainability journey, becoming self-generating and deriving most of its energy from renewable sources.

The Legacy of Cargill

Cargill is not just a global company; it is a force driving world nourishment. With a presence in over 160,000 locations worldwide, including 11,000 in Brazil, Cargill is dedicated to innovating and creating sustainable solutions. Whether providing nutritious food or creating renewable fuels, Cargill strives to make a difference.

About Omega Energia

Leading renewable energy investments in the Americas since 2008, Omega Energia has been a pioneer in its approach. With an impressive contracted capacity and a strong sustainability agenda, Omega is on an upward trajectory, marking its presence in both Brazil and the USA.

Source: Luci Anunciato.

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