Research

EBRI conducts world-class bioenergy research ranging from fundamental research and development through to the deployment of innovative technologies. Our team of internationally-renowned researchers are focussed on methods of generating energy from biomass waste and residues.

Research topics include:

Anaerobic digestion (AD)
Optimising the AD process and utilising residues for further processing.

Algae cultivation
Exploring the exploitation of microalgae for waste remediation and bioenergy production.

Biochar
Testing and analysis of biochar for enhancing poor and high-quality soils.

Bioenergy markets
Optimising the business strategy for the bioenergy sector.

Catalysis
Nanostructured catalyst systems for synthesis of biofuels and chemicals.

Combined heat and power (CHP) engines
Adaption of CHP engines (internal combustion engines) for bioenergy provision.

Feedstock investigation
Testing and analysis of feedstocks for fuel production.

Gasification
Research and technology demonstration for gasification applications.

Pyrolysis
Research and technology demonstration for fast, intermediate and slow pyrolysis processes.

Torrefaction
Thermal pre-treatment of biomass to upgrade thermal-chemical properties.

EBRI is committed to providing practical bioenergy solutions for companies and local authorities in the West Midlands, UK, Europe and beyond, to be able to explore the growing bioenergy market and the opportunities it offers. EBRI also welcomes collaboration opportunities with academia and industry.