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The project aims to reduce firewood consumption in the tobacco leaf curing process. and promote the use of alternative sources of clean energy, in partnership with Zenker Metalworking e SENAI.
A hybrid system was developed for metal tobacco curing barns, using electrical resistors heated by photovoltaic energy, allowing:
Reducing the need for firewood;
Adapting existing greenhouses without acquiring new structures;
Using solar energy to dry other crops, such as corn and beans.
The project began in 2021, with tests in different regions of southern Brazil, and has already shown positive results.
Results and Objectives
Objectives
Reduce firewood consumption in the tobacco curing process;
To reduce production costs for farmers;
Improving the quality of life of producers (elimination of night work);
Reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in operations;
To promote the diversification of clean energy sources on rural properties;
Contribute to Philip Morris' global 50% GHG reduction targets by 2030.
Results:
Reduction of up to 66% in firewood consumption in the drying process of tobacco leaves and other crops (corn and beans).
A 6% reduction in tobacco production costs, benefiting income in family farming.
Elimination of night work for producers to supply firewood.
Reduction of up to 55% in GHG emissions related to electricity use on the property and up to 38% in emissions from tobacco curing in the company's operations in Southern Brazil.
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