The Energy Research Office (EPE) highlights, in a new publication, the strategic role of family farming in the national energy transition through the National Program for the Production and Use of Biodiesel (PNPB). Since its creation in 2004, the program has promoted the productive inclusion of small farmers in the biodiesel supply chain, generating jobs, income, and directly contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda. Recent data show growth in the annual gross income of participating families and in the number of cooperatives involved.
The study also analyzes the impact of the Social Biofuel Seal (SBS), which certifies the participation of family farming in biodiesel production, and provides an overview of the regions and raw materials involved. The latest regulations aim to encourage crop diversification and expand activity in the North, Northeast, and Semi-Arid regions, promoting greater territorial equity in energy policies.
In addition to contributing to SDGs such as poverty eradication, food security, quality education, and climate action, the Brazilian model is considered innovative and may serve as a reference for the development of new biofuels, such as green diesel, biomethane, and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The integration of clean energy and social inclusion positions Brazil as a global example of a just energy transition.
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