Fueling Brazil’s Industries: Ending Dependence on Foreign Refineries
Brazil’s economic strength is powered by its industries. Agribusiness feeds the world, mining delivers iron ore and minerals to global supply chains, and shipping routes connect Brazilian exports to international markets. Agribusiness gets 56% of its energy from diesel, and the transportation industry relies on diesel for 46% of its total energy needs (Brazil’s Energy Plan). Yet, despite producing millions of barrels of crude oil every day, Brazil continues to depend on foreign refineries and imports 250k BOED of diesel to meet its industrial demand (ANP)
This paradox exposes Brazil’s most strategic industries to unnecessary risks. Imported diesel is subject to volatile global markets, geopolitical shocks, and supply disruptions. More importantly, reliance on external refining capacity drains billions in foreign currency every year, money that could instead be invested into Brazil’s own infrastructure, competitiveness, and energy resilience. Brazil has the potential to refine more than 600k BOED of diesel and fuel than it currently refines (Refina Brasil).
Unlike gasoline for cars, this challenge is not about consumer fuel. It is about the lifeblood of Brazil’s industries: the machines that harvest crops, power mining equipment, fuel steel and cement production, and drive the vessels that keep trade flowing. Without stable and affordable diesel, the very sectors that make Brazil a global powerhouse are left vulnerable.
A Strategic Alternative: Think Energy’s Modular Technology
Think Energy provides Brazil with a proven pathway to reduce its dependency on foreign refineries and imported diesel. By converting Brazil’s own crude oil or condensates into industrial-grade fuels directly on national soil, our modular plants bridge the gap between local resources and industrial demand.
Our solution delivers:
D3 Diesel and F4 Fuel Oil tailored for industry, shipping, and heavy equipment.
50% fewer CO2 emissions per barrel, backed by ISO 14067 certification and a full Life Cycle Assessment.
10–15% more energy per gallon compared to standard diesel, maximizing efficiency for industrial users.
Complete removal of toxic H2S and compliance with marine-grade sulfur standards (MARPOL 0.5%).
Plants operational in less than six months, with scalable capacity based on regional demand.
Building Industrial Resilience
By deploying modular fuel plants close to Brazil’s industrial hubs, Think Energy can help reduce logistics costs, stabilize energy supply, and ensure that industries operate without fear of global price shocks. Unlike traditional refineries that require years, billions, and produce higher emissions, our modular units deliver cleaner fuels faster, making them a strategic complement rather than a replacement.
Brazil’s Opportunity
Brazil already has the crude, the industrial expertise, and the strategic position to lead. What is missing is the decision to adopt fast, scalable, and cleaner solutions. By producing more of its own industrial fuels domestically, Brazil can capture greater value from its oil production, cut emissions, and enhance its sovereignty in energy markets.
At Think Energy, we believe that fueling Brazil’s industries with local, cleaner diesel is not just possible, it is urgent. Together with investors, corporate partners, and policymakers, we stand ready to deliver proven solutions that keep Brazil’s growth engine running on its own energy.
About Think Energy
Think Energy Holdings Inc. is a fuel processing technology company pioneering modular solutions that convert crude oil and condensates into cleaner,
high-efficiency industrial fuels. The company’s proprietary process produces lower-carbon, low-sulfur bunker and diesel fuels with 10-15% more energy per gallon than conventional diesel.
Its technical achievements have been independently validated, including ISO 14067 certification, a complete Life Cycle Assessment, a Texas A&M engineering study, and the successful production of millions of gallons for industrial clients.
Think Energy delivers practical, scalable alternatives to traditional refining, reducing carbon and sulfur emissions while lowering costs and strengthening energy resilience across global markets. The company is reshaping how fuel is produced: cleaner, faster, and smarter.
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