Brazilian $53.3M biomethane plant using sugarcane waste commissioned

In Brazil, final commissioning of the Costa Pinto biomethane plant in Piracicaba, Brazil was completed in April 2025. PENETRON ADMIX, a crystalline waterproofing admixture, and PENETRON ARC, an acid-resistant coating, were specified to ensure optimal durability of the new concrete structures and protect against the sulfuric acid generated by the biomethane purification process.

Bisected by the Piracicaba River, the city of Piracicaba is located in the Brazilian state of São Paulo and has a population of about 425,000. Home to numerous universities and large manufacturing facilities such as Caterpillar, ArcelorMittal, Raizen, and Hyundai, the region is primarily an important producer of sugarcane. This includes the production of many related products: sugar, oil, ethanol, and cachaça (sugarcane spirits).

Part of the Costa Pinto Bioenergy Park, the new R$ 300 million ($53.3 million) biomethane plant is located close to the Comgás gas distribution network, facilitating the delivery of biomethane to client facilities. The Piracicaba plant will produce up to 26 million cubic meters of biomethane annually.