Obtained from sources that regenerate spontaneously or through appropriate human intervention, renewable energy is an inexhaustible and less polluting option than conventional options. Examples of alternative energy are: solar, wind, hydraulic, biomass, geothermal, ocean or hydrogen.

To save resources and promote environmental sustainability, Brandili has adopted a renewable energy matrix: over the last decade, 100% of the thermal energy and around 90% of the electrical energy consumed in internal processes has come from renewable sources.

Thermal energy

At Brandili, biomass - created from eucalyptus chips from licensed reforestation - is used as fuel in boilers to generate thermal energy in the dyeing and fabric finishing processes.

Eucalyptus cultivation is low cost and low maintenance, and serves to produce energy by combustion for non-food purposes. Energy crops, as they are called, are aimed at avoiding the pressure of deforestation on natural forests. 

In addition to contributing to the supply of biomass, firewood and charcoal of vegetable origin for energy generation, eucalyptus crops play an important role in revitalising degraded areas. 

As it is a fast-growing plant, its biomass is considered little pollutant. The carbon dioxide released by burning eucalyptus is used by the plant itself for its next growth cycle. This process is known as the natural cycle of neutral carbon.

     Biomass energy cycle

When used in a planned manner, biomass is an important tool for economic and technological growth. With its help, problems such as the fight against poverty, job creation, energy independence and adaptation to climate change can be diminished. 

Electricity

Electrical energy is one of the most important inputs for Brandili's production process. The consumption of this type of energy is essential for the creation of our products, and the management of this resource has been a priority over the years, with actions that have already reduced consumption by approximately 140 MWh/year.

As of 2022, Brandili has chosen a totally clean and renewable energy matrix for the consumption carried out in the Apiúna (SC) unit, representing about 96% of all the electricity consumed considering all the brand's units. Clean energy is considered to be all energy generated from renewable sources that do not emit pollutants when generated.

We have acquired through Enel Green Power in 2022 the "I-RECs" or "International Renewable Energy Certificate" that certifies that the electricity consumed comes from a renewable energy source. The acquired certificates are traceable and certify that the energy consumed was generated at EOL Dois Riachos, located in the state of Bahia.

Wind energy is an alternative and renewable energy source, that is, it uses a resource with regenerative capacity, since wind is an inexhaustible resource. The option for this type of source reinforces Brandili's commitment to climate change, as we guarantee that no greenhouse gases are generated during energy production.