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With an investment of R$1,3 billion, Mato Grosso do Sul modernizes ethanol production, boosting the sugar-energy sector and creating new employment and income opportunities for the state.
Mato Grosso do Sul advances in the bioenergy sector with a large investment of R$ 1,3 billion. This amount will be directed towards expansion and modernization of second-generation ethanol production at the Raízen plant, located in Caarapó, south of the state.
A initiative aims to position the region as a reference in renewable energy, in addition to generating jobs and boosting local development.
Raízen's expansion and second-generation ethanol in Mato Grosso do Sul
Part of the group Cosan, Raízen operates in the sugar-energy sector and is now betting on second-generation ethanol, a biofuel produced from waste from the sugarcane process. ethanol Traditional.
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This technology allows for greater use of raw materials, as it uses sugarcane bagasse, which results in more sustainable production and less dependence on new cultivation areas.
As announced, the project will increase production capacity by around 88 million liters of ethanol per year.
This expansion is strategic for the decarbonization of the production chain, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, in line with global sustainability goals.
International event reaffirms the attractiveness of the State
The investment announcement was made during the 'Lide Brazil Conference', in London, where Governor Eduardo Riedel presented investment opportunities in Mato Grosso do Sul.
Alongside secretaries and representatives of the private sector, the governor highlighted the importance of second-generation ethanol for strengthening the energy sector.
Riedel emphasized the relevance of this new plant for the local economy: “This project will increase the number of jobs, income for the State, income for people and mainly for the development of the municipality.“He said.
The potential of second generation ethanol
Second-generation ethanol (2G) represents a significant technological advancement. Unlike regular ethanol, this fuel is obtained from materials that were previously discarded, such as sugarcane bagasse. This characteristic makes 2G ethanol a more sustainable alternative, as production can increase without the need to expand the planting area.
For executive Claudio Oliveira, vice president of Institutional Relations at Cosan, this type of investment demonstrates the company's commitment to innovation and sustainability.
“We have a project for nine plants. We already have two in operation and four that are under construction. And of course we have three more that will be under construction, one of which is in Mato Grosso do Sul,” he said.
Modernization and sustainability: The benefits for the state
Raízen’s expansion in Mato Grosso do Sul is an important step towards a green economy. The production of second-generation ethanol contributes to a cleaner energy matrix, positively impacting both the environment and the economy.
Furthermore, by reusing agricultural waste, the State stands out as a national reference in bioenergy.
