SUN - Petrobras to Build Solar Power at Its Three Refineries | Benzinga
Petrobras (NYSE: PBR), the renowned Brazilian state-run oil and gas company, has recently unveiled its ambitious plans to boost its sustainable energy portfolio.
This strategic move involves the potential installation of 48 megawatts of solar energy capacity across three of its refineries. Such a significant leap toward renewable energy integration not only highlights Petrobras' commitment to environmental sustainability but also positions it as a frontrunner in the global energy transition.
Advancing Toward Decarbonization
The decision to use solar power aligns seamlessly with Petrobras' overarching vision for decarbonization. By leveraging the photovoltaic (PV) technology, the company aims to mitigate its carbon footprint while boosting operational efficiency. These PV projects are set to begin power generation operations by 2025 and will be strategically situated at the following refineries:
Gabriel Passos (Regap) Refinery: The Gabriel Passos Refinery (Regap) is a petroleum refinery located in Betim, Minas Gerais, Brazil. Regap is the largest refinery in Minas Gerais and the third largest in Brazil. It has a processing capacity of 24,000 cubic meters per day (150,000 barrels per day) and produces a wide range of petroleum products, including gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, liquefied petroleum gas and petrochemicals.
Abreu e Lima (Rnest) Refinery: The Abreu e Lima Refinery (Rnest) is a petroleum refinery located in Abreu e Lima, Pernambuco, Brazil. Rnest is the second-largest refinery in Brazil, with a processing capacity of 360,000 barrels per day. It produces many petroleum products, including gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, LPG and petrochemicals.
Paulinia (Replan) Refinery: The Paulinia Refinery (Replan) is a petroleum refinery located in Paulínia, São ...