Cold Call
Can Second-Generation Ethanol Production Help Decarbonize the World?
Jan 30, 2024
The podcast explores Raízen's strategy of bringing second-generation ethanol to the world in order to decarbonize the world. It discusses the challenges and opportunities of producing ethanol from sugar cane byproduct, the importance of buy-in from stakeholders, and ethanol's role in decarbonization. It also highlights the potential for Brazil to become a major exporter of decarbonization services and products.
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- Raízen is investing heavily in developing second-generation ethanol from sugarcane waste materials, aiming to create a market for low-carbon fuels and contribute to decarbonization.
- Expanding the production of low-carbon ethanol requires proving commercial viability, securing long-term contracts, and educating stakeholders about the benefits and sustainability of ethanol-powered vehicles.
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Ryzen's innovative approach to decarbonization through sugar cane byproducts
Ryzen, the largest sugar producer in the world, is developing a groundbreaking process to convert bagasse, a byproduct of sugar cane processing, into low-carbon ethanol. This technology utilizes specialized enzymes and yeast to produce ethanol with a significantly reduced carbon footprint. Despite the high costs involved, Ryzen plans to invest nearly $5 billion in building 20 plants to scale up this production. The company aims to create a market for low-carbon fuels and become a global leader in decarbonization. Their success could potentially reshape the biofuels industry and contribute to mitigating climate change.
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