BENEO reduces energy consumption, boosts chicory root fiber production
Functional ingredient supplier BENEO is demonstrating how supply security and sustainability can go hand in hand.
The company is increasing global capacity for its prebiotic chicory root fibers by 30%, with a 90 million Euro investment ($88.9 million USD) in its production plant in Pemuco, Chile. Simultaneously, officials expect plant processing and technology improvements will help the Pemuco operation reduce energy consumption by 35%.