TRLUP – Biomass-Derived Carbon-Negative Solvent and Biochar: Product Development Roadmap and TRL Advancement

This project focuses on advancing a carbon-negative biomass conversion technology that produces two high-impact products: a bio-based solvent for industrial and energy applications, and hydrochar for use as a regenerative soil amendment. Over four months, the intern will support the development of application-specific product formulations, engage with potential customers and offtakers to validate product-market fit, and map out regulatory and certification pathways for commercialization. In parallel, the project will continue to document technical performance and scale-up requirements to advance the technology from TRL 4 to TRL 5. The outcome will be a market-informed commercialization roadmap that integrates product development, customer needs, regulatory planning, and technical readiness, positioning the innovation for deployment in Canada’s energy and agriculture sectors.

Faculty Supervisor:

Jamie McInnis;Mojtaba Karimian Kelishadrokhi

Student:

Partner:

The ETC Foundation

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology

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