The HyCarbFuels project is focusing on Solvent Liquefaction (HTL and STL) of biowaste and integration with biogas and e-methane, to introduce innovative pathways to enhance fuel supply security, sustainability, and scalability in the Nordic bioeconomy.

Small scale biogas plant converting organic waste into renewable energy. Photo credit: Bussakon/AdobeStock

Biomass and biogenic CO2 are limited resources. To unlock their full potential, there is a need for inclusion of low value biomass feedstocks and integration of advanced technologies like Hydrothermal Liquefaction (HTL) and PtX, with established bioenergy value chains such as biogas production. However, fragmented adoption and limited regional collaboration hinder the development of unified, efficient bioenergy strategies.

The project puts particular focus on security of fuel supply in the marine sector, military applications and remote areas. For example, the project intends to investigate the possibility of making a Greenlandic settlement self supplied with bio-oil produced from a combination of local biopulp and seaweed.

Deliverables include evidence-based recommendations supported by analyses of energy efficiency, economic feasibility, and environmental impacts. This will help policymakers and industry stakeholders adopt optimised biomass utilisation practices, strengthening the Nordic region’s position as a global leader in sustainable bioenergy solutions.