BRAZIL generation and sale . In contrast , the Camaçari plant has a production capacity of 75,000 tons a year and also markets tail gas .
“ Carbon black production generates a byproduct known as tail gas , enough to be reused in the production of carbon black and electricity , as well as in steam-based electricity cogeneration , making our units self-sufficient and generating environmental and energy gain ,” Duarte explained .
Innovation and management strategy One major innovation comes in the form of tires . In order to reduce the rolling resistance of the tire , thereby minimizing fuel consumption and consequently CO2 emission , Birla Carbon is
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