Nopalimex
Nopalimex
Product description Brand name and product description
Nopalimex is a biodigestor entirely powered by nopal, a cactus. The plant benefits from economies of scale and also no transport cost, as the crop is grown around it.
The biogas produced is used in the factory for making corn and cactuschips, as well as in a genset for electricity. Some is cleaned of carbon dioxide and provided as biomethane, which can be used in modified vehicles.
Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)
Mexico.
Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"
Nopalimex is the sole distributor in Mexico. Facebook page
Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.
Investment costs are USD 2.17 million (40 million pesos, May 2016)
Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.
Bioworks and G2E Biomass Gasification Plant for large-scale biomass in Mexico.
Sistema Biobolsa BB40 for smaller-scale biogas in Mexico.
SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service
Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)
Micro-enterprises, industries, public services in Mexico that need electricity or biofuel.
