Mozambique First-Of-A-Kind (FOAK) Nopal Bioenergy Initiative
Executive Summary
The Mozambique FOAK Nopal Bioenergy Initiative aims to establish a pioneering sustainable
biofuel production model using Triton Hydrogen Corporation’s proprietary biofuel technologies
optimized through AI-enabled AWS precision agriculture systems. The initiative comprises a
strategically located small-scale Nopal cactus plantation and modular Hydrothermal Liquefaction
(HTL) reactor in southern Gaza Province, with a refining and distribution hub situated in the
industrial zone of Maputo/Matola. This configuration utilizes Mozambique’s semi-arid regions,
existing infrastructure, and proximity to export and domestic markets to produce carbon-neutral
biofuels.
Project Objectives
Establish a pilot-scale Nopal cactus plantation (approximately 2,000 hectares) leveraging
drought-resistant capabilities and AI-driven precision agriculture.
• Deploy a modular HTL reactor co-located with the plantation to convert harvested Nopal
biomass into bio-oil crude.
• Develop a central refining hub at Matola Industrial Area, Maputo, for upgrading bio-oil
into premium biofuels: B20 biodiesel, B100 marine biodiesel, bio-gasoline, and
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
• Generate certified carbon credits from fossil fuel displacement, biomass carbon
sequestration, and biochar production, providing additional revenue streams and
bolstering Mozambique’s climate finance credentials.
Executive Summary
- Spoke (Plantation & HTL Reactor): Southern Gaza Province (Guijá–Mabalane–
Chicualacuala region) - Central Refining Hub: Matola Industrial Area, Maputo (approximately 300 km from
plantation site, utilizing existing rail and road infrastructure)
Certified Carbon Credits
The initiative anticipates generating approximately 875,000 tonnes of certified CO₂e credits over
five years from:
- Biofuel displacement of fossil fuels
- Direct carbon sequestration by Nopal plantation
- Additional carbon capture in biochar by-product.
Carbon credits will be verified annually under internationally recognized standards such as VCS
or Gold Standard, contributing significant additional financial value to the project.
Implementation Timeline
- Year 1: Site establishment, initial plantation setup, installation of HTL reactor and
refining facility. - Year 2: Expansion of plantation area, operational optimization of HTL reactor, initial
biofuel production. - Year 3-4: Scaling of biofuel production, full optimization of refining processes,
consistent carbon credit generation. - Year 5: Full operational capacity achieved (50M litres/year), complete handover of
project operations and management to local stakeholders.
Strategic Benefits
- Sustainable utilization of
- Mozambique’s semi-arid lands
Employment opportunities in rural and urban areas - Significant contribution to national renewable energy goals and international climate
commitments - Establishment of Mozambique as a regional leader in advanced biofuels and climatesmart
agriculture
Conclusion
This FOAK initiative represents a strategic investment in Mozambique’s green future, balancing
economic growth, environmental sustainability, and social impact. The project’s modular design,proven technology, and robust financial projections ensure a scalable and replicable model for
regional development and global climate action.