Brazil's research station to use biofuel to power Antarctica

Brazil's research stations on the continent of Antarctica are to be the first to use an ethanol fueled generator to supply its electric needs. Starting this week the generator will provide electrical power for the Brazilian navy station in Antarctica. The operation is part of the celebration of the 30th anniversary of Commander Ferraz Antarctic Station. Defense minister Celso Amorim should start the operation of the generator at the event. Read more ...

Brazil lacks cane crops to increase ethanol exports

The Brazilian sugar cane companies, who are attempting to manufacture ethanol from sugar cane and export it to the US, are not producing enough according to a but a Lawmaker. “Our production won’t allow for a significant increase in exports,” said Abreu, a member of the Social Democratic Party who represents the state of Tocantins and heads the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock, a lobby group. Read more ...

EIB loans €500 million for climate change mitigation projects

The European Investment Bank has provided a €500 million (US$674.825) loan to the Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES) of Brazil for projects in the renewable energy sector supporting climate change mitigation. The objective of this operation is to support investments that generate environmental benefits with respect to combating climate change. Read more ...