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The Government of São Paulo announced, this Monday (21), that the Heineken Group will invest R$ 320 million in the State to reinforce the agenda of best environmental and social practices with the use of renewable energy.
According to Governor João Dória, the contribution includes the modernization of breweries located in the cities of Itu, Jacareí, Araraquara and Campos do Jordão.
Since the beginning of the current administration, the Authority, through InvestSP, offers technical support for the company's actions, which has already invested more than R$ 1.7 billion in the State in the last three years alone.
“Thanks to Heineken for the investment commitment of R$ 320 million here in São Paulo. It's more investment, more jobs, more income, more taxes and more development. And what I highlight at this moment, in addition to the contributions, is the example of sustainability”, said Doria.
“Today is a very important day for all of us. This investment, which will bring jobs, is the result of integrated work with all municipalities in the region. And, above all, it focuses on economic, inclusive and sustainable development”, highlighted Secretary Patrícia Ellen.
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Since 2019, InvestSP has supported Heineken in implementing projects to improve its factories and expand production in the State. The agency's team works together with the brewery to find ESG (Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance) solutions.
According to Gustavo Diniz Junqueira, president of InvestSP, this announcement adds to the more than R$ 54 billion announced by companies supported by InvestSP in the last three years.
“This shows how the State is in tune with the demands of global investors. Respect for the environment is a determining condition for attracting new investments in the current context. Therefore, we work together with companies, ensuring that they increase their productivity with sustainable practices, generating positive results for everyone around them”, he highlighted.
Expanding the use of renewables
The resource will be directed, according to Dória, to expanding the use of renewable sources, such as biomass boilers, gaining water efficiency and the growth of initiatives aimed at the circularity of glass packaging, among other actions.
“The State of São Paulo has a strategic position for the Heineken Group, including for supplying the Southeast region, a fundamental market for our sector”, commented Maurício Giamellaro, president of the Heineken Group.
“We want to continue growing with the people of São Paulo, but with maximum respect and care for people and the environment. Therefore, an increasingly stronger ESG agenda is key for everyone to grow, develop and prosper together”, he concluded.
