By Brazil Stock Guide – Energisa S.A. (ENGI11.SA) announced on November 3 that its subsidiary, Energisa Biogás S.A. (Ebio), has completed a deal to acquire a 52% stake in Lurean S.A., a Brazilian company specialized in organic waste treatment and biofertilizer production.
According to the company’s market filing, the transaction marks another step in Energisa’s renewable energy strategy, focusing on biomethane as a clean energy source.
Deal details and investment structure
Ebio’s total investment amounts to R$62.7 million, which includes both the purchase of Lurean’s shares and a capital injection aimed at financing the construction of a biomethane production plant. The new facility, to be built in Carambeí, Paraná, will have the capacity to produce approximately 28,000 cubic meters of biomethane per day. The total CAPEX is estimated at R$100 million.
The plant will be located less than four kilometers from the local natural gas distribution network, ensuring efficient integration and reduced logistical costs.
Lurean’s operations and regional importance
Lurean, established 12 years ago, operates in the treatment of organic waste and biofertilizer commercialization. In 2024, the company processed around 95,000 tons of agro-industrial waste and sold 38,000 tons of biofertilizers. Its strategic location in the Paraná region provides direct access to one of Brazil’s highest concentrations of agro-industrial residues and fertilizer demand centers.
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