The province of Córdoba received the prestigious SACHA award for its project of bioenergy generation from sewage waste at the Bajo Grande plant.
The initiative managed to transform urban waste into renewable energy with an efficiency greater than 80%.
The project “Bioenergy Generation from Sewage Waste in the City of Córdoba” received one of the highest international recognitions highlighting sustainability and innovation in Latin America.
The distinction was awarded within the framework of COP30, where a specialized jury valued the project’s ability to leverage local resources and integrate efficient technological solutions.
The initiative emerged as a joint effort between the Government of the Province of Córdoba, the Provincial Energy Company of Córdoba (EPEC), and the Municipality of Córdoba.
Additionally, the project had the support of private companies and public agencies for its implementation.
Technology that transforms waste into bioenergy
The Bajo Grande plant uses an anaerobic digestion system to transform sewage sludge into bioenergy, particularly biogas.
This process allows for the valorization of more than 4,800 m³ daily of biogas, with concentrations of up to 70% methane.
The biogas generated is used as fuel in an engine-generator with a power close to 0.8 MW.
The system also includes thermal cogeneration that raises the overall efficiency above 80%. This technology allows for:
- Generating energy sufficient to supply a large part of the population
- Reducing compounds that affect the sanitation system
- Capturing and reusing the biogas produced
- Reducing methane and carbon dioxide emissions
The plant produces clean electricity while helping to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
The project advances the objectives of environmental responsibility by capturing gases that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere.
The impact in the fight against climate change
The SACHA Award highlights projects that generate a concrete impact in the fight against climate change, urban resilience, and territorial sustainability.
This distinction positioned Córdoba among the most relevant experiences in Latin America in terms of renewable energies.
The international recognition opens doors to replicate solutions of bioenergy and circular economy in other cities and regions of the country.
The initiative marks a milestone in the generation of renewable energies from resources that have been underutilized until now.
With this project, the province reinforces its commitment to the development of green technologies and the integration of sustainable practices in public service management.
The experience demonstrates that it is possible to transform waste into valuable resources while protecting the environment.
