BNDES approves R$ 180.7 million financing for biogas-to-biomethane plants in SP and ES
Type: Financing · Technology: Hydrogen · Country: Brazil · Announced: 2026-09-22
The National Bank for Economic and Social Development (BNDES) approved R$ 180.7 million in financing for the deployment of two biomethane plants, which will be developed by GNR Vila Velha and GNR Mauá. These entities were formed through a partnership between the Lara and MDC Energia groups. The projects are intended to produce biogas derived from landfill waste. The financing was announced on September 22, 2026.
Analysis
The National Bank for Economic and Social Development (BNDES) approved financing of R$ 180.7 million on September 22 2026 for two biomethane plants in Brazil. The plants will be developed by GNR Vila Velha and GNR Mauá, entities created through a partnership between Lara and MDC Energia. GNR Vila Velha and GNR Mauá are the designated developers for the biogas‑derived biomethane projects. The financing was announced on September 22 2026.
Key points
- Financing amount: R$ 180.7 million
- Lender: BNDES
- Developers: GNR Vila Velha and GNR Mauá
- Partnership: Lara and MDC Energia
- Announcement date: September 22 2026
Counterparties
- GNR Vila Velha (Developer)
- MDC Energia (Parent Company)
- Lara (Parent Company)
- BNDES (Lender)
- GNR Mauá (Developer)
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