Research projects

We work with research institutions, industry partners and public organisations to develop and scale solutions for carbon removal and low-carbon energy systems. Through these collaborations, we combine expertise across disciplines to advance technology, explore new applications and reduce emissions across sectors.

Partnership categories

Pyrolysis: technology and scale-up

Energy and fuels

Agriculture and soil

Biochar science and stability

New materials and applications

Partnerships

Pyrolysis: technology and scale-up

Focus: technology development, demonstration, scaling

Scaling carbon removal requires robust and proven technology. Through these partnerships, we develop, test and demonstrate pyrolysis systems, from pilot to industrial scale, enabling the conversion of biomass into biochar, renewable energy and long-term carbon storage.

SkyClean 2 MW (EUDP)

Project goal: Advance and demonstrate pyrolysis-based carbon removal technology that converts agricultural and forestry residues into biochar, biooil, and gas.

SkyClean Scale-Up (Pyrolysepuljen 2022)

Project goal: Demonstrate the scalability of pyrolysis-based carbon removal by constructing and operating a 20 MW industrial-scale plant in Vrå, Denmark. The plant converts agricultural residues into biochar, gas, and biooil, showcasing how the technology can enable large-scale carbon removal and renewable energy production.

PytoN – Pyrolysis to Next level (FRO)

Project goal: Advance the full-scale SkyClean technology for wet feedstocks and to raise the TRL-level of selected sub-systems, with a focus on efficiency and cost optimisation.

Energy and fuels

Focus: biofuels, system integration, policy and deployment

Transitioning away from fossil fuels requires new, renewable energy sources. These projects focus on the conversion of biomass into renewable fuels and energy carriers, including biomethane and bio-oil. Activities include system integration, process development and evaluation of how pyrolysis outputs can be used within existing and future energy systems.

PytoX Pyrolysis-to-X (FRO)

Project goal: Develop and demonstrate production of advanced biofuels derived from pyrolysis gas and to investigate sustainable biochar additives for building materials.

SIMPLY (INNO-CCUS)

Project goal: Support and accelerate deployment of Danish biomass pyrolysis.

Agriculture and soil

Focus: emissions reduction, fertilisers, soil health, carbon storage

Agriculture holds significant potential for climate action. These projects explore how biochar and integrated agricultural practices can reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve nutrient efficiency, and enhance soil functionality. Through field trials, system analysis and value chain collaboration, we generate knowledge and solutions for scalable implementation.

LOWHIGH (Innomission)

Project goal: Reduce emissions from manure handling while increasing energy production from manure.

ZERO – Zero emission food chain (GUDP)

Project goal: Develop sustainable supply and value chains by combining emission-reducing practices and biochar solutions to produce zero-emission oats and ryebread.

Mitichar (Innomission – Agrifuture)

Project goal: Explore the potential of biochar to mitigate the climate impacts of crop production.

KlimaGødFød (GUDP)

Project goal: Create better climate- and environmentally friendly fertilisers by recycling organic biomass and acidifying them to enhance nitrogen retention and phosphorus availability, resulting in a more efficient fertiliser.

GIGA (GUDP)

Project goal: Enhance the climate, environmental, and fertilisation benefits of biogas by improving digestate quality and enabling wider use of animal manure in Danish biogas production.

Biochar science and stability

Focus: stability, verification, long-term carbon storage

High-quality carbon removal depends on reliable and well-understood biochar. These projects focus on the characterisation and long-term stability of biochar, including its chemical properties, persistence in soil and environmental interactions. Activities include advanced analysis, field validation and the development of methods to assess carbon storage potential.

BIOCHSTA (INNO-CCUS)

Project goal: Optimise biochar production for long-term carbon storage in soil by applying advanced geological analysis techniques to better determine and improve biochar stability.

BioStore (INNO-CCUS)

Project goal: Assess the potential of biochar to reduce emissions in Danish agriculture by improving carbon stability, soil quality, and overall climate effects.

New materials and applications

Focus: construction materials, alternative products

Reducing emissions requires rethinking the materials we use. These projects investigate the integration of biochar and pyrolysis-derived products into materials such as concrete and wood-based composites. Activities include material testing, performance evaluation and life cycle assessment to quantify environmental benefits and ensure technical viability.

CHARBUILD (INNO-CCUS)

Project goal: Demonstrate the potential of using biochar in building materials, specifically in lightweight aggregate concrete (LWAC) and wood-based particle boards (WPBs), without compromising durability, strength, or fire resistance.

Biotumen (MUDP)

Project goal: Develop and demonstrate biobased binders derived from pyrolysis oils as sustainable alternatives to fossil bitumen in asphalt production.