BioPyroC: High-value BIO-based products from residual agri-food biomass via PYROlysis: A dual approach for Carbon sequestration and residues valorisation
Investigation of biochar production on soil health
Project Insights
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€1,084,464
Total Project Costs -
4 yr
Project Duration -
2023
Year Funded
Project Description
The BioPyroC project aims to evaluate the effects of pyrolysis-based biochar production on soil health, using a diverse range of residual biomass feedstocks, all while ensuring the establishment of verifiable carbon sinks. To achieve this objective, the project will undertake six tasks: (1) selection, characterisation, and pre-treatment of feedstocks; (2) pyrolysis and scaling-up; (3) characterisation of bio-products; (4) application of biochar to soil; (5) risk assessment; and (6) life cycle assessment.
Project Details
Total Project Cost: €1,084,464
Funding Agency: Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI)
Year Funded: 2023
Lead Organisation: University College Dublin
Partner Organisation(s): University College Dublin
Collaborators: Irish Bioenergy Association, Celginis Biomass Analysis Laboratory