Posted on Monday 17th January, 2022
Professor Thornley is director of the Energy and Bioproducts Institute at Aston University and the national Supergen Bioenergy Hub. Read More >>
Posted on Monday 6th December, 2021
Discover about new biochar technology installed by the Energy & Bioproducts Research Institute (EBRI), Aston University and its partners to combat climate change in Birmingham, UK and the surrounding area. Read More >>
Posted on Monday 8th November, 2021
• Ten businesses within the Greater Birmingham and Solihull areas to be picked to live trial new biochar technology to help combat climate change. Read More >>
Posted on Wednesday 27th October, 2021
• New Urban Biochar greenhouse gas reduction and Sustainable Materials Demonstrator now installed at horticultural nursery site on outskirts of Birmingham
• The project is being delivered by the Energy and Bioproducts Research Institute (EBRI) based at Aston University after being granted Local Growth Fund (LGF) funding from the Greater Birmingham and Solihull Local Enterprise Partnership (GBSLEP)
• Urban tree waste from around city will be made into biochar, a sustainable form of charcoal which can be used for carbon capture, soil improvement and a range of industrial applications. Read More >>
Posted on Friday 15th October, 2021
Sustainability, Energy and Bioproducts: Opportunities for your BusinessAre you a business in the West Midlands seeking guidance on how to:
Reuse, recycle or reduce your waste? Read More >>
Posted on Tuesday 12th October, 2021
Dry firewood is one of the most environmentally friendly fuels. It is a sustainable renewable energy and virtually carbon neutral.¹ Read More >>
Posted on Monday 27th September, 2021
• Professor Patricia Thornley joins a total of 69 leading engineers from around the world to the Fellows of the Royal Academy of Engineering. Read More >>
Posted on Wednesday 25th August, 2021
As customer demand for low carbon goods and services is rising, it is becoming increasingly important for suppliers to demonstrate their low carbon footprint. Read More >>
Posted on Monday 23rd August, 2021
• Professor Patricia Thornley has been appointed to Defra’s Trees and Woodlands Scientific Advisory Group.
• The group provides independent advice to support woodland creation and improve woodland management. Read More >>
Posted on Wednesday 18th August, 2021
• Next series of biochar online events scheduled for August and September
• Benefits of using sustainable form of charcoal to be highlighted
• Original event attracted people from around the globe
Two more virtual events have been planned to highlight the benefits of using biochar, which is a sustainable form of charcoal made from organic waste. Read More >>