Project

Innovative Pyrolysis Technology Facility

This project comprises of design and construction of a new oxidizer system facility to provide oxidized asphalt to the existing shingle plant.

Location

Thorold, ON

Industry

Chemical Processing

Client

CHAR Technologies

Challenge

The project is a pioneering cleantech development project. The process involves a high temperature pyrolysis (HTP), converting woody materials and organic waste into renewable gases (renewable natural gas and green hydrogen) and biocarbon (activated charcoal “SulfaCHAR” and solid biofuel “CleanFyre”). The expansion will play a vital role in contributing to a low-carbon economy, aligning with Canada's Net Zero targets by utilizing low-grade wood as an alternative fuel source.

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Outcome

“The CHAR Tech team conducted an extensive evaluation of potential partners for this project, aiming to find a seasoned group that aligns seamlessly with our team's vision.” explained Andrew White, CEO of CHAR Tech. “We look forward to collaborating with the TWD team to ensure the project's success.”

Result

30K

Tonnes Reduction in Greenhouse Gas Emissions. By diverting waste from landfills or burn sites, renewable natural gas (RNG) and biocarbon lead to a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, equivalent to removing more than 9,000 passenger vehicles from the road.

Capacity to annually produce 10,000 tonnes of biocarbon and 500,000 gigajoules of RNG which is enough gas to heat 5,500 homes.

$11.3M

This is the amount exceeding the investment in the project, backed by the Governments of Canada and Ontario.

The facility is set to be the largest RNG facility in Canada and the only one to exclusively utilize woody biomass.