Buenos Aires Renewable Energy Project, Brazil
Buenos Aires Renewable Energy Project, Brazil
The Problem
This Project operates in the biome of Caatinga, Brazil. A region prone to severe drought and poverty. Combating illegal logging which is one of the leading causes of deforestation.
The Solution
The Project has enabled a ceramic factory to exchange their use of illegal firewood to agricultural and industrial residues. Using biomass which would have been discarded as waste. This fuel exchange not only transforms waste into a useful product. It provides many locals with the opportunity to make a living by supplying biomass waste directly to the factories. Working conditions at the ceramics factory has also been greatly improved by the reduction in indoor air pollution and automated kilns which reduce heat exposure.
Impact and Benefits
- Combats illegal logging
- Creates employment
- Improved working conditions
- Reduces deforestation
- Minimised emissions