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Economy and ecology: The new era of tractors that use green fuel up to 6x cheaper
In a world where sustainability is increasingly becoming a necessity rather than a choice, agricultural innovation reaches new heights with tractors that run on methane produced on the farm itself. Imagine reducing fuel costs by up to six times by transforming organic waste into clean energy. This is not another future vision, but the present reality brought by New Holland with your models T6 Methane Power e T4 Electric Power, presented at Agrishow 2024, according to uol.
From waste to revolutionary fuel
Methane, a byproduct of livestock farming and ethanol production, has been a significant environmental challenge. However, New Holland has turned this problem into a profitable solution. Biomethane, produced at an estimated cost of R$1 per m³, now powers tractor engines, reducing the carbon footprint and enabling the generation of carbon credits. Gean Cembranel, from New Holland, highlights that the T6 model inaugurates a new business model, where sustainability meets economic viability.
Innovation that fuels the field
The transition to green fuel has not been without challenges. Juliano Perelli, of New Holland, shares that it took five years to develop the necessary technology. Now, with strategic partnerships, New Holland offers a complete solution that includes biodigesters and supply logistics, ensuring that methane-powered tractors are more than a promise, but a tangible and profitable reality.
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Electric and hybrid future
In addition to methane, New Holland is keeping an eye on the potential of renewable energy, with plans to electric and hybrid tractors. With the increase in the installation of solar panels on farms, the company envisions a future where solar energy can be used to power machinery. Perelli reveals that tractors with up to 130 horsepower will be electric, while those with higher power will run on biomethane or hybrid systems, combining the best of both worlds for greener and more efficient agriculture.
Therefore, the adoption of methane-powered tractors and the implementation of green fuel are more than technological innovations, they are steps towards more conscious and profitable agriculture. New Holland is leading this movement, showing that it is possible to combine environmental care with savings in the countryside. With these changes, the agricultural sector not only contributes to a healthier planet, but also positions itself at the forefront of energy efficiency.
