Solvay to utilize biomethane to replace a portion of natural gas used at its plant in Mexico
Solvay inaugurated an advanced biodigester at its Ciudad Juarez production site in Mexico. This energy transition project will generate biomethane from organic waste processed locally, replacing part of the natural gas needed to power the site’s boiler and kiln operations. The initiative will reduce the site’s CO2 emissions by 12% versus 2021.
Transitioning from natural gas to biomethane has been challenging, but also rewarding. Making it work in this region required overcoming obstacles like securing a steady feedstock supply, refining biogas into usable biomethane, and adapting existing systems - all while keeping it cost-effective. This achievement demonstrates what’s possible with determination and a voluntary commitment to transition to cleaner energy sources.
Solvay's Ciudad Juarez site is a key production hub for anhydrous hydrogen fluoride (AHF), which is essential for refining high-octane fuels for the automotive and aerospace industries. AHF is also used in applications like stainless steel pickling, glass etching, and titanium refining. The facility is one of three AHF production sites within Solvay’s global network, alongside locations in Germany and China, positioning it as a key player in the global hydrogen fluoride market.
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