Tasomix, our joint venture in Poland, implemented a highly efficient gas cogeneration system at its feed mill in Pionki. This is Tasomix's second plant where this innovative technology has been installed, with a capacity of 998 kW of electricity and 1100 kW of thermal energy.
In the video below (Polish spoken, English subtitles), Slawomir Malik, Operations Director Tasomix, explains what cogeneration is and why it contributes to our mission as well as our sustainability ambitions.
Slawomir: “Cogeneration, the process of simultaneously producing electricity and heat from one energy source, offers numerous benefits that support our mission ‘For the Future of Farming’. The higher efficiency of the system significantly reduces the cost of electricity and thermal energy. The thermal energy produced is used in the form of steam for feed production and heating technology, as well as for heating offices and technical rooms in winter.”
In addition, cogeneration ensures energy security by making Tasomix less dependent on external energy sources. This offers more control and stability in energy supply.
“An important environmental benefit is the significant reduction in carbon footprint. Since commissioning cogeneration, we have reduced emissions by more than 3,000 tonnes of CO2 per year. Moreover, the production of 6,000 megawatts of electricity has led to an additional reduction of 2,500 tonnes of CO2 emissions”, explains Slawomir.