【环球财经】巴西上调汽柴油生物燃料掺混比例

Group 1 - Brazil has implemented a new mandatory blending policy for gasoline and diesel biofuels, increasing the ethanol blend in gasoline from 27% to 30% and the biodiesel blend in diesel from 14% to 15% [1] - The Brazilian government anticipates that the new policy will lower fuel prices and volatility without compromising supply security, with gasoline prices potentially decreasing by up to 0.11 reais per liter [1] - The initiative aims to reduce dependence on imported fuels amid global oil price fluctuations due to geopolitical conflicts, leveraging Brazil's position as a major producer of ethanol and biodiesel [1] Group 2 - Concerns have been raised by the automotive parts industry regarding the higher ethanol blend potentially causing engine compatibility issues for traditional gasoline vehicles [2] - The increase in biodiesel blending has also raised technical concerns among logistics companies and transport operators, particularly regarding biodiesel's stability and potential maintenance costs [2] - To address market concerns, the National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (ANP) has intensified regulatory oversight on biodiesel production, distribution, and storage to prevent quality issues [2]