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Lathitha Biodiesel Commercial-Scale Biodiesel Plant

Sector: Biomass • Location: South Africa

Source: Africa Sustainability Matters

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Lathitha Biodiesel in South Africa is constructing its first commercial-scale biodiesel plant with a projected production capacity of approximately 200,000 litres. The project converts used cooking oil into renewable biodiesel, providing cleaner energy and employment opportunities in township communities.

Status
Under Construction
Sector
Biomass, Oil and Gas, Commercial
Location
South Africa
Updated
22 Jul 2026
Source
Africa Sustainability Matters

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The project “Lathitha Biodiesel Commercial-Scale Biodiesel Plant” is an infrastructure initiative in the Biomass sector, located in South Africa. Taiyo aggregates data on it from Africa Sustainability Matters.

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2026-07-22

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Lathitha Biodiesel in South Africa is constructing its first commercial-scale biodiesel plant with a projected production capacity of approximately 200,000 litres. The project converts used cooking oil into renewable biodiesel, providing cleaner energy and employment opportunities in township communities.

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Energy & Transition

Location

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South Africa

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Africa Sustainability Matters

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Biomass, Oil and Gas, Commercial

Article published date

2026-04-20

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