Urban Biochar & Sustainable Materials Demonstrator
Unlocking the Potential of Biochar for Sustainable Cities
This short film explores the Urban Biochar & Sustainable Materials Demonstrator, led by Aston University’s Energy & Bioproducts Research Institute (EBRI), with industrial partner FuturEnergy.
Discover how biochar is being developed to enhance urban environments, support local economies, and improve soil health in city landscapes. The project also conducts cutting-edge scientific modelling to evaluate biochar’s carbon capture potential, paving the way for a more sustainable future.
Biochar Demonstrator at Cofton Nursery
A state-of-the-art biochar processing unit has been installed at Cofton Nursery (Birmingham City Council) near the Lickey Hills. Using pyrolysis, waste wood is converted into biochar, preventing greenhouse gas emissions and offering a sustainable carbon storage solution.
The demonstration unit consists of:
Processor Unit – Uses a FuturEnergy PyroFlex™ reactor to produce biochar, bio-oil, and biogas for heating, cooling, and chemical production.
Control Room – Supports research into biochar applications and carbon capture benefits.
The heat generated will also support horticultural polytunnels growing plants for Birmingham’s parks, national flower shows, and public sales.
