Development of Torrefaction for North Carolina Woody Biomass

Organization:

NC State Natural Resources Foundation, Inc.

Amount:

$172,533.00

Program Area:

Open Grants Program

County of Applicant:

Wake

Year:

2006

Description:

The purpose of this Golden LEAF grant is to develop a low cost, mobile torrefaction system that uses heat to reduce the moisture content in wood chips resulting in a more energy dense, transportable fuel that can be used in many applications, including, potentially, co-firing with coal in power plants. The process has the added benefit of providing an economically valuable use for cull trees and logging residue.

Contact:

Mr. David L. AshcraftNC State UniversityBox 7207Raleigh, North Carolina 27695-7207(919) 515-5723

Areas Served:

Statewide

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