Capstone Green Energy Secures Landmark C1000S Microturbine Order to Power Critical Natural Gas Infrastructure in Brazil
Capstone Green Energy Holdings, Inc. (“Capstone” or the “Company”) (OTCQX: CGEH), a global leader in clean, behind-the-meter microturbine energy solutions, has announced a significant new order in Brazil that marks a major milestone for the company’s expansion in Latin America. Through its Brazilian authorized distributor, Fluxo Soluções Integradas, Capstone has received an order for a Capstone C1000 Signature Series (C1000S) microturbine from one of Brazil’s largest natural gas distribution companies.
The C1000S microturbine will provide full on-site electrical power at a major natural gas compression station that plays a critical role in maintaining gas flow across multiple regions of the country. Delivery of the system is scheduled for February 2026, with commissioning planned for the summer of 2026. Once operational, the installation will serve as the primary power source for the facility, significantly enhancing operational resilience and energy security.
This project represents several important firsts for Capstone. It is the first C1000 Signature Series microturbine sold in Brazil and the first time a Brazilian natural gas distribution company has deployed Capstone’s microturbine technology. The order highlights growing demand in the region for reliable, low-emission, and low-maintenance on-site power solutions to support mission-critical energy infrastructure.
Strengthening Power Reliability for Mission-Critical Operations
Natural gas compression stations are essential components of pipeline networks, ensuring gas can be transported efficiently over long distances and across varying terrain. Any disruption in power supply at such facilities can have cascading effects, potentially interrupting gas delivery to industrial, commercial, and residential customers across multiple states.
The selected compression facility is considered a high-priority asset within Brazil’s gas transmission system, operating in an area that faces ongoing power resiliency challenges. By installing the Capstone C1000S microturbine, the customer aims to mitigate the risk of grid instability and ensure uninterrupted compression operations, even during outages or periods of unreliable external power supply.
“The importance of reliable on-site power for critical energy infrastructure cannot be overstated,” said Vince Canino, President and Chief Executive Officer of Capstone Green Energy. “Our C1000 Signature Series microturbine is purpose-built for high uptime in demanding and often remote environments. We are proud to support this project, which strengthens Brazil’s natural gas infrastructure while delivering dependable, clean, and low-maintenance power.”
Advanced Technology Designed for Continuous Operation
The Capstone C1000S microturbine delivers up to 1 megawatt (MW) of ultra-low-emission electricity and is engineered for continuous, round-the-clock operation. The system’s design incorporates advanced air-bearing technology, enabling the turbine to operate with only a single moving part. This dramatically reduces mechanical wear, minimizes maintenance requirements, and enhances long-term reliability compared to traditional reciprocating engine solutions.
Its modular architecture allows operators to configure the system to meet site-specific requirements, providing built-in redundancy and scalability. This flexibility makes the C1000S particularly well suited for complex industrial environments such as natural gas compression, where uninterrupted power is essential to maintaining safe and efficient operations.
In addition to high reliability, Capstone’s microturbines are known for their low emissions profile, making them an attractive option for energy companies seeking to balance operational performance with environmental responsibility. The system aligns with broader efforts across Brazil’s energy sector to modernize infrastructure while reducing environmental impact.
Enhancing Energy Security and Infrastructure Resilience
By supplying primary power directly at the compression station, the Capstone microturbine will reduce the facility’s dependence on external grid electricity. This improvement in on-site power reliability enhances energy security for downstream customers and helps safeguard gas supply across a key section of Brazil’s pipeline network.
The project also underscores the growing recognition among gas utilities and energy operators that resilient on-site generation is a critical component of modern infrastructure planning. As energy demand rises and climate-related events place additional stress on centralized grids, distributed generation solutions such as microturbines are increasingly viewed as essential risk-mitigation tools.
Capstone’s technology is already widely deployed across oil and gas operations, mining sites, utilities, and industrial manufacturing facilities worldwide. These installations demonstrate a proven pathway to cleaner, more efficient, and highly reliable on-site power generation in environments where downtime is not an option.
Customer Confidence Driven by Proven Performance
According to Fluxo Soluções Integradas, the customer’s decision to select Capstone followed an extensive evaluation process. Initial interest was sparked when the customer’s maintenance team visited natural gas facilities in Bolivia, where Capstone microturbines have been operating reliably in similarly demanding conditions.
“Seeing the equipment perform consistently in real-world applications was a key factor,” said Rafael Amarante, Product Manager at Fluxo. “After that initial exposure, we worked closely with the customer’s engineering and technical teams through detailed assessments and comparisons.”
Throughout the evaluation, Capstone’s microturbine technology demonstrated clear advantages over traditional reciprocating engines. These included significantly lower maintenance requirements, fewer moving parts, reduced vibration, and the inherent reliability associated with air-bearing design. The modular configuration of the C1000S also provided flexibility that aligned well with the customer’s operational needs and long-term planning objectives.
“These advantages ultimately supported the customer’s decision to move forward with Capstone as the full-site power solution,” Amarante added.
Expanding Capstone’s Footprint in Latin America
The Brazilian order reflects Capstone Green Energy’s continued strategic expansion across Latin America, a region where industrial growth, infrastructure modernization, and energy security are driving increased demand for advanced distributed energy solutions.
By partnering with experienced local distributors such as Fluxo Soluções Integradas, Capstone is strengthening its ability to deliver tailored solutions that meet regional regulatory requirements, environmental standards, and operational challenges.
This project reinforces Capstone’s commitment to providing sustainable, cost-effective, and resilient energy solutions for customers operating in remote or high-risk environments. As energy systems evolve and industries seek to reduce emissions while maintaining reliability, Capstone’s microturbine technology is positioned to play an increasingly important role.
With the upcoming deployment of the C1000 Signature Series microturbine at one of Brazil’s most critical natural gas compression facilities, Capstone Green Energy continues to demonstrate how clean, distributed power solutions can support both operational excellence and long-term infrastructure resilience.
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