GNR Shefford Project
Founded by Paul Sauvé
Welcome to the forefront of renewable energy innovation, where the GNR Shefford project, a small-scale agricultural biomethanization site, embodies our commitment to a greener future. Under the leadership of Paul Sauvé, a Shefford-based entrepreneur and farmer, we are harnessing the potential of agricultural by-products to produce clean energy.
The project, powered by a substantial $27 million investment, is nestled on a farm steeped in history and recognized as a heritage site under the Cultural Heritage Act.
Our mission is to produce renewable natural gas from manure and other agricultural residues, thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions and creating a circular economy by returning valuable nutrients to the land in the form of high-quality organic fertilizers.
Prodeval
Global Expertise in Bioenergy
With Prodeval, we have a partner whose reputation in the biogas industry is both formidable and inspiring. Founded in 1990, Prodeval has revolutionized the way we think about and repurpose organic matter.
With Sébastien Paolozzi at the helm, this French bioenergy titan has made significant strides in reducing fossil fuel dependence by converting biogas into biomethane, achieving an impressive annual reduction of 741,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions.
Prodeval stands out as a global entity thanks to its cutting-edge VALOPUR technology, which utilizes EVONIK SEPURAN® membranes for biogas upgrading, setting a global benchmark with efficiency rates exceeding 99.5%.
Prodeval’s credentials are as impressive as its commitment to environmental stewardship:
- 350 employees in 2022, each contributing to a greener future.
- A turnover of 200 million Canadian dollars in 2022, reflecting the company’s robust growth and stability.
- 741,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions avoided each year, highlighting their significant impact on the planet.
- 43,996 Nm³/h of biomethane reinjected into the grid, demonstrating their substantial contribution to the energy network.
- Presence in 15 countries with 6 subsidiaries worldwide, reflecting the extent of their global footprint.
- 300 VALOPUR® biogas upgrading units in operation, each unit a testament to their innovation and engineering prowess.
Our Collective Vision
The fusion of GNR Shefford’s local impact and Prodeval’s global reach creates a vivid picture of our collective vision.
We are united in our goal to innovate within the renewable energy sector, reduce global carbon emissions, and foster sustainable growth in agriculture. Our collaboration is more than a business venture; it is a movement toward an ecologically balanced, energy-secure, and resilient future for Quebec.
By embracing the latest technologies and engineering, we are not just anticipating a better future, but actively laying the groundwork for its realization.
Join us on this journey toward sustainability, where every step we take is a leap for the health of our province, our country, and our planet.