Harnessing Biomass for Sustainable Energy with TIMAC AGRO
At TIMAC AGRO, the environmental impact of our industry is one of our top priorities. For over 20 years, TIMAC AGRO has been a pioneer in the field of renewable energies.
A Renewable and Sustainable Energy Source
We have integrated innovative solutions to reduce our ecological footprint: biomass. Biomass is a renewable resource derived from organic matter (forestry chips, forestry by-products) transformed into thermal energy.
By replacing fossil gas with biomass in our pellet plants located in France, Brazil, Austria, Belgium and Spain, we avoid the emission of over 40,000 tonnes of CO₂ every year. This is part of our commitment to minimizing the environmental impact of our industry while actively contributing to the energy transition.
The 9th Biomass Boiler: One Step Closer to Reducing Greenhouse Gases
This transition continues with the inauguration of the 9th biomass boiler in TIMAC AGRO’s industrial park in December 2024, at the Zone Industrielle factory in Saint-Malo. This project is part of our global strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, with the aim of cutting emissions by 15% by 2030 on scopes 1 & 2 . With a capacity of 4 MW, this biomass boiler will cover around 80% of the thermal needs of the Saint-Malo site, replacing gas consumption. It will reduce emissions by over 2,000 tonnes of CO₂ per year. Biomass is sourced locally, within a 150 km radius of Saint-Malo, and is based on FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) and PEFC (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification) certified wood, guaranteeing sustainable and respectful forest management.
At TIMAC AGRO we will continue to innovate and invest to limit our environmental footprint while meeting the essential needs of our industry and our customers.
