Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) has officially begun construction on the world’s largest biogas production facility utilizing citrus waste. The plant, located in Bebedouro, São Paulo, marks a major milestone in the juice industry’s shift toward sustainable energy solutions.
Spanning approximately 195,000 m², the facility will have the capacity to treat 400 m³/h of citrus effluents and generate over 50,000 Nm³/day of biogas. This initiative is expected to cut CO₂ emissions from local operations by more than 20%, significantly reducing the environmental impact of juice production.
A key innovation in the project is LDC’s proprietary biotechnology, which utilizes a specially developed inoculum to break down organic material in citrus waste, converting it into biogas. This process will replace fossil fuel usage, while also ensuring that 100% of the treated water is safely returned to local water resources.
The plant is scheduled for completion by the end of the first half of 2026, reinforcing LDC’s commitment to advancing sustainable practices in agribusiness and renewable energy.