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Title:

Feasibility Study and Prototyping of a farm-scale Biomass Recovery & Transformation

Agreement Number:

1019800

Agreement Value:

$30,000.00

Agreement Date:

Jun 3, 2024 - Feb 26, 2025

Description:

This project will see the construction of a pyrolysis plant for the transformation of underutilized forest biomass and agriculture waste through pyrolysis to biochar and pyroligneous acid for use primarily in the agriculture sector. Additionally, this project will investigate the opportunities of utilizing bio-products (bio-oil, syngas) for conversion and their potential use through a Combined Heat and Power (CHP) system. The primary outputs will provide the local agriculture market with sustainable solutions that will increase soil health, supporting overall crop production and reduction of CO2 emissions.

Organization:

National Research Council Canada

Expected Results:

The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization

Location:

Cavan, Ontario, CA L0A 1C0

Reference Number:

172-2024-2025-Q1-1019800

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

885731794

Recipient Type:

For-profit organization

Amendment Number:

Recipient's Legal Name:

Woodleigh Farms Ltd.

Federal Riding Name:

Haliburton--Kawartha Lakes--Brock

Federal Riding Number:

35034

Program:

Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms

Program Purpose:

Coverage:

IRAP Contributions to Firms projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.

NAICS Code:

1111