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Brazil Launches First Urban Biomethane Gas Network in São Paulo
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presidente Prudente, a city in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, has initiated construction on the nation’s inaugural urban biomethane gas distribution network. The project, representing a $2 million (R$12 million) investment, aims to deliver renewable fuel directly to homes and businesses, marking a significant stride in Brazil’s commitment to sustainable energy.
Project Details and Timeline
Nécta Gás Natural is spearheading the installation of a 40-kilometer pipeline network designed to serve approximately 5,000 residences and 58 commercial establishments. The biomethane source is the Cocal Plant, located in the neighboring city of Narandiba, São Paulo. As of august 4th, the project was reported to be 50% complete, with 20 of the 41 kilometers of new pipelines already laid.
The company anticipates completing the entire infrastructure build-out by the end of 2025, with phased customer connections beginning in September 2025. This timeline positions Presidente Prudente as a frontrunner in adopting renewable gas solutions within Brazil.
government Support and Environmental Impact
Guilherme piai, São Paulo’s Secretary of
