CNPE is expected to discuss increasing the ethanol blend in gasoline in June.

According to a report by Reuters published this Monday (25), the National Council for Energy Policy (CNPE) A meeting is scheduled for the first half of June to discuss increasing the mandatory blend of anhydrous ethanol in gasoline from 30% to 32%. According to the Minister of Development, Industry, Trade and Services, Márcio Rosa, the expectation is that the increase in the blend will be approved. According to the minister, the meeting will be largely formal, as the expansion of ethanol's share in gasoline has broad support within the government and the energy sector. This measure comes at a time when the Brazilian government is seeking alternatives to mitigate the impact of rising international oil prices on domestic fuels.

This text was translated by machine from Brazilian Portuguese.