Ethanol
Sugar
Bioelectricity
CBIO
Ethanol
In response to climate change, ethanol stands out as a key technological solution for building a new era of sustainable mobility. As the biofuel with the lowest carbon footprint in the world, ethanol can reduce CO2 emissions by up to 90% compared to gasoline.
Sugar
As the world’s largest producer, a position it has held for over 30 years, Brazil accounts for over 50% of global trade. Currently, more than 145 countries import sweeteners manufactured in Brazil. UNICA members account for 54% of national production, primarily destined for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries.
Bioelectricity
The sugarcane and bioenergy sector ins Brazil’s leading producer of bioelectricity. This energy source is non-intermittent and primarily generated during the sugarcane harvest season. The sector’s bioelectricity output accounts for approximately 4% of the country’s total electricity consumption – enough to power over 11 million homes.
CBIO
The Descarbonization Credit (CBio), established under Brazil’s National Biofuels Policy (RenovaBio), is one of the country’s most important tools for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. In just five years, CBio issuance has helped prevent the release of over 147 million tons of CO2 into the atmosphere.
UNICA NEWS
IMO Member State Representatives Visit Brazil to Explore Sustainable Ethanol Production
Brazil received in early September a delegation of IMO’s Member States representatives to explore sustainable ethanol production.
Latin America and the Growing Role of Ethanol
In August, UNICA hosted, in partnership with UNALA, a technical visit for Latin America representatives to explore ethanol’s potential.
In Europe, Biofuels and Bioeconomy Drive Debates on Sustainable Future
The month of June began with an intensive and highly productive agenda focused on advancing the global energy transition. Representing the Brazilian Sugarcane and Bioenergy Industry Association (UNICA), Raquel Lages […]
