Danone has launched a global sustainability initiative to install 6,500 biogas plants on dairy farms by 2030 in partnership with Sistema.bio. The rollout, starting in countries like India, Mexico, and Morocco, is aimed at reducing methane emissions and supporting over 60,000 farmers through clean energy and organic fertilizer production.
French multinational food company Danone has unveiled a bold new step in its climate commitment by announcing the installation of 6,500 biogas plants on dairy farms globally by 2030. This initiative, in partnership with clean energy startup Sistema.bio, marks a major stride in reducing methane emissions and supporting sustainable farming practices in key countries such as India, Mexico, and Morocco.
Danone, one of the world’s leading dairy product manufacturers, has been at the forefront of sustainability in food and beverage. With this project, the company aims not only to decarbonize its dairy supply chain but also to directly benefit over 60,000 smallholder farmers worldwide by converting animal waste into clean biogas energy and organic fertilizer.
These prefabricated biodigesters provided by Sistema.bio are modular, easy to install, and cost-effective. The systems help manage livestock manure effectively—capturing methane emissions and turning farm waste into useful energy and soil-friendly nutrients. This reduces the need for chemical fertilizers while simultaneously generating clean fuel for daily farm operations.
As part of the rollout strategy, Sistema.bio will offer training, technical support, and financing options to ensure smooth implementation and farmer success. In India, where smallholder dairy farms are the backbone of rural livelihoods, the project is expected to make a notable environmental and economic impact.
This large-scale initiative places Danone among the global leaders in dairy sustainability and reflects a growing trend of integrating environmental goals with farmer welfare.
