Petrobras to Invest US$ 600 Million in Renewable Fuels and Expands Production Capacity of R Diesel to 12.3 Million Liters Per Day

Written by Roberta Souza

Published on 28/06/2023 at 18:03

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The Expansion of Diesel R by Petrobras Will Generate a Reduction of About 1,300 Tons of Greenhouse Gases Released from Burning Non-Renewable Fuels

Petrobras is prepared to significantly increase its production capacity of Diesel R, the diesel with renewable content, after receiving authorization from ANP to operate another production unit at the Presidente Getúlio Vargas Refinery (Repar) in Araucária (PR). With this expansion, Petrobras projects a 146% increase in production capacity of this fuel, allowing for processing of 12.3 million liters per day later this year.

With the expansion of its Diesel R production capacity, Petrobras will increase from 5 million liters per day to 12.3 million liters per day of the fuel. This significant expansion represents an important milestone for the company and for Petrobras’ BioRefining program. In terms of environmental impact, this additional volume of renewable diesel would be sufficient to supply approximately 41,000 conventional buses, resulting in a reduction of about 1,300 tons of greenhouse gases, according to information provided by Petrobras.

Technology and Versatility Delivered by Renewable Fuel

Diesel R is a fuel produced by Petrobras through the co-processing of mineral diesel with vegetable oil, exhibiting a proportion of up to 10% renewable content. In addition to its environmental benefits, Diesel R can be blended with conventional diesel in varying proportions without the need for modifications to vehicle engines or changes in the logistics chain or storage. This versatility makes it an attractive option for the industry and consumers concerned about the energy transition.

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Expansion of the BioRefining Program and Petrobras’ Sustainable Commitment

The increase in Diesel R production capacity is just one of the initiatives of Petrobras’ BioRefining Program. The company plans to invest around US$ 600 million over the next five years in the development of a new generation of sustainable fuels. This investment from Petrobras is crucial to drive the energy transition movement and ensure the availability of more sustainable options for consumers.

Thus, it is clear that the renewable fuel Diesel R, a result of the co-processing of mineral diesel with vegetable oil, offers significant environmental benefits without the need for large adaptations to existing infrastructure. Petrobras is paving the way for a cleaner and more sustainable fuel market, meeting consumer demands and contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

Petrobras to Invest US$ 600 Million in Renewable Fuels and Expands Production Capacity of R Diesel to 12.3 Million Liters Per Day

The Expansion of Diesel R by Petrobras Will Generate a Reduction of About 1,300 Tons of Greenhouse Gases Released from Burning Non-Renewable Fuels

Technology and Versatility Delivered by Renewable Fuel

Expansion of the BioRefining Program and Petrobras’ Sustainable Commitment

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