Assessing hydrothermal methods to monetize pulp and paper biomass residues

Biomass residues from forestry operations (sawdust, bark, pulp and paper sludge etc.) have a myriad of potential applications if repurposed, however are often simply disposed of in landfills or stockpiled at sawmills. In this work we will investigate hydrothermal processing of two of the highest volume of residues produced; sludge from pulp and paper processing (a “wet” biomass) and bark, sawdust, and chips.

Faculty Supervisor:

Kelly Hawboldt

Student:

Partner:

Corner Brook Pulp and Paper Limited

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Agriculture; Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Memorial University of Newfoundland

Program:

Accelerate

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