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English Sustainable energy
that powers the future
that powers the future
Modernness for the production of renewable fuels
The biorefinery
With state-of-the-art technology, Acelen Renewables’ biorefinery will be built to contribute to global decarbonization. The plant was designed to produce both renewable diesel (HVO) and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) with the highest standards of excellence, safety, and environmental care.
Located in Bahia, the biorefinery will have a total production capacity of 1 billion liters of renewable fuel per year, which will place Brazil and Bahia on the path to global energy transition.
Located in Bahia, the biorefinery will have a total production capacity of 1 billion liters of renewable fuel per year, which will place Brazil and Bahia on the path to global energy transition.
Technology
HEFA (Hydroprocessed Esters and Fatty Acids)
Acelen Renewables’ biorefinery will use the HEFA process for biofuel production, which involves hydroprocessing materials to remove oxygen and add hydrogen, resulting in hydrocarbons with properties similar to those of fossil fuels, but with 80% less emissions.
With 4.0 technology, the biorefinery will be supplied by different feedstocks and will have full traceability, safety in pollutant reductions, compliance throughout the chain, and lower water and energy consumption.
With 4.0 technology, the biorefinery will be supplied by different feedstocks and will have full traceability, safety in pollutant reductions, compliance throughout the chain, and lower water and energy consumption.
Pipelines
Cleaner
and safer transportation
and safer transportation
Acelen Renewables’ biorefinery will be installed near the Madre de Deus Terminal, facilitating the distribution of biofuels to both the domestic and international markets.
The biofuels produced at the biorefinery will be transported to the Madre de Deus Terminal through pipelines, utilizing a pipeline network that is already in the region. This system ensures safer, more continuous, and more efficient transport.
The biofuels produced at the biorefinery will be transported to the Madre de Deus Terminal through pipelines, utilizing a pipeline network that is already in the region. This system ensures safer, more continuous, and more efficient transport.
Capacity to transport up to 1,000 cubic meters per hour quickly and safely.
Reduced truck transportation between the biorefinery and the Madre de Deus Terminal, which will generate less pollution and fewer risks.
Communities
At Acelen Renewables we believe that we can evolve together with the communities where we operate.
Positive impact
on communities
on communities
In the construction of the biorefinery
There will be around 3,000 workers during the peak period of construction and assembly, and the priority will be to hire local labor whenever possible.
Operation and maintenance
There will be 220 direct employees and about 80 indirect employees in administrative, maintenance, and operational areas.
Partner companies
Whenever possible, preference will be given to hiring companies, service providers, and businesses from the region.
Transparency and safety
Acelen Renewables acts with social and environmental responsibility from the planning to the operation of its projects.
We conducted detailed Social and Environmental Impact Assessment studies and adopted tangible measures to minimize and control the effects on the regions surrounding on the regions near the biorefinery and pipelines.
Everything is designed to protect the community, the environment, and the workers.
Check below the main points observed for the implementation phase and what we are doing in each case.
We conducted detailed Social and Environmental Impact Assessment studies and adopted tangible measures to minimize and control the effects on the regions surrounding on the regions near the biorefinery and pipelines.
Everything is designed to protect the community, the environment, and the workers.
Check below the main points observed for the implementation phase and what we are doing in each case.
/Biorefinery
/Physical
Possible impacts
Increase in exposed soil, without vegetation, with a risk of landslides due to rain and wind
Our actions
- Reduce the time the soil remains uncovered during construction;
- Install barriers to hold the soil and materials in place during rain or strong winds;
- Conduct continuous environmental monitoring during the earthmoving phases.
Possible impacts
Change in river water quality
Our actions
- Install a system to treat sewage on-site before sending it to the main treatment plant;
- Reuse the water used for cleaning trucks to keep the roads wet;
- Create systems that separate oil from water, preventing pollution.
Possible impacts
Increase in dust and gas emissions that may affect air quality
Our actions
- Water the roads to reduce dust and monitor emissions from diesel vehicles to ensure compliance with legal limits.
Possible impacts
Change in soil and/or water quality due to incorrect waste disposal
Our actions
- Follow the best methods for properly handling and disposing of waste.
Possible impacts
Change in the path or quantity of water flowing to the river
Our actions
- Build systems to drain rainwater, including reservoirs that control the flow.
Possible impacts
Increase in ambient noise levels
Our actions
- Control the noise from machinery and comply with the limits established by law.
/Biotic
Possible impacts
Removal of plants and trees from the site
Our actions
- Establish rules for protecting or removing plants and trees when necessary;
- Comply with the environmental compensation required by legislation (Atlantic Forest Law and Coastal Management).
Possible impacts
Increase in insects and animals that transmit diseases, such as mosquitoes
Our actions
- Prevent the terrain from having holes or uneven areas where water may accumulate;
- Maintain constant attention and improve communication with the Municipal Health Department to properly apply preventive measures for workers;
- Guide the population and workers on disease prevention and environmental care.
Possible impacts
Increase in hunting activities
Our actions
- Inform and raise awareness among employees and the nearby community about the prohibition of hunting.
Possible impacts
Increase in risk of animals being run over on roads
Our actions
- Maintain and install signage on access roads to the enterprise;
- Train drivers to prevent animal collisions and instruct them on the appropriate procedures when encountering injured or dead animals on the road, in accordance with the wildlife management and rescue plan.
/Socio-economic
Possible impacts
Noise causing discomfort to residents of the region
Our actions
- Perform maintenance and adjustment of machine, truck, and vehicle engines;
- Carry out activities mainly during daytime hours;
- Measure noise levels periodically and take action if they exceed the allowed limit.
Possible impacts
Economic growth, with increased money circulation and new opportunities
Our actions
- Prioritize, whenever possible, the hiring of companies, service providers, and businesses from the local region.
Possible impacts
Job creation during construction and temporary activities, both directly through project-related work and indirectly through service provision
Our actions
- Conduct campaigns to publicize job openings for the project, giving priority, whenever possible, to hiring individuals from the local community.
Possible impacts
More taxes collected for the municipality and state
Our actions
- Prioritize, whenever possible, the hiring of companies, service providers, and businesses from São Francisco do Conde and its surrounding region;
- Request that service provider companies present statements certifying that they have no outstanding debts with the municipal, state, or federal authorities.
Possible impacts
Increased risk of accidents involving workers or vehicles
Our actions
- Conduct safety talks and ongoing training for workers involved in the construction on how to prevent accidents.
Possible impacts
Change in terrain and environmental appearance
Our actions
- Take care of landscaping by planting trees and using native plants to make buildings and structures more attractive and in harmony with the local landscape.
Possible impacts
Social changes that may generate local tensions or conflicts
Our actions
- Conduct awareness actions with workers to raise alertness about risks and prevent issues such as child prostitution, drug use, and sexually transmitted diseases.
Possible impacts
Increased traffic and congestion in the area
Our actions
- Implement actions to prevent, whenever possible, buses and trucks from arriving simultaneously during peak hours of worker entry and exit.
Possible impacts
Change in tourism activity
Our actions
- Conduct awareness activities with workers to provide guidance on the environmental preservation of tourist areas.
Possible impacts
Issues or overload in streets, energy, sanitation, and other city services
Our actions
- Establish an on-site health care unit for construction workers to reduce the need for visits to regional hospitals;
- Plan, in coordination with public authorities, improvements to address the increased demand for health services.
Possible impacts
Increase in vehicle traffic in the region, potentially affecting the daily routine of quilombola communities residing within the biorefinery’s area of influence
Our actions
- Take measures to reduce problems caused by the increase in vehicle traffic on highway BA-523 during construction.
Possible impacts
Affect fishing activities in the project’s area of influence due to the risk of river contamination
Our actions
- Engage in dialogue with local fishermen and train them on how to respond upon identifying any signs of river contamination, even if not caused by Acelen Renewables.
/Pipeline
/Physical
Possible impacts
Noise that causes discomfort to residents of the region
Our actions
- Control the noise from machinery and comply with the legal limits.
Possible impacts
Increase in dust and gas emissions that may affect air quality
Our actions
- Water the roads to reduce dust and monitor emissions from diesel vehicles to ensure compliance with legal limits.
Possible impacts
Change in river and stream water quality
Our actions
- Reduce the time during which the soil remains uncovered during construction;
- Install barriers to retain the soil and materials;
- Conduct continuous environmental supervision during the earthmoving stages.
/Biotic
Possible impacts
Increase in risk of animals being run over on roads
Our actions
- Maintain and install signage on access roads to the project site;
- Train drivers to prevent animal collisions and instruct them on the appropriate procedures when encountering injured or dead animals on the road, in accordance with the wildlife management and rescue plan.
Possible impacts
Loss of native plant and animal species
Our actions
- Establish rules for protecting or removing plants and trees when necessary;
- Comply with the environmental compensation required by legislation (Atlantic Forest Law and Coastal Management).
/Socio-economic
Possible impacts
Strengthening of the region’s economy through new investments
Our actions
- Implement a Social Communication Program to keep the community informed, clarify questions, and share important news about the project.
Possible impacts
Increase in traffic and congestion in the region
Our actions
- Implement actions to prevent, whenever possible, buses and trucks from arriving at the same time during peak hours of worker entry and exit.
Possible impacts
Changes in daily life of local residents
Our actions
- Implement a Social Communication Program to keep the community informed, clarify questions, and share important news about the project;
- Carry out Traffic Signage and Control Programs to ensure safer traffic flow during construction or operational activities;
- Implement an Environmental Education Program to teach the community how to care for the environment and use resources responsibly.
Possible impacts
Change in visual appearance of the environment
Our actions
- Promote Environmental Education and Social Communication actions to explain to the population the landscape changes and the benefits of the project.
Possible impacts
Growth in the local and regional economy
Our actions
- Prioritize, whenever possible, the hiring of companies, service providers, and businesses from the local region.
Possible impacts
Creation of new job opportunities
Our actions
- Publicize open job positions and, whenever possible, give priority to hiring local residents to work in the implementation of the enterprise.
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