Biochar Workshop
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Biochar Workshop
Wednesday, 23rd November 2016
A FREE workshop on biochar hosted by BEACON
Speakers include:
Dr Simon Jeffrey, Harper Adams University
Sion Brackenbury, Commons Vision Ltd
Dr Bill Perkins, Aberystwyth University
Dr John Corton, BEACON
Damon Hammond, BEACON
Christopher Nunn, BEACON
Topics will include: Biochar applications to soils; Biochar for the remediation of contaminated mine water; BEACON pyrolysis capability; Pyrolysis in integrated systems; Issues in commercialising biochar; Life Cycle Analysis.
Additional activities include: Miscanthus safari; visit to BEACON processing and pyrolysis facilities.
Who could benefit from this workshop?
- Anyone creating a fairly dry waste stream
- Anyone interested in biochar as a soil additive
- Anyone interested in biochar as a clean-up system / filter
This workshop will enable you to appreciate:
- The potential uses of biochar
- The BEACON capability for biochar from bench scale to pilot scale
- The benefits of collaborating with BEACON
- The value of Life Cycle Analysis
Refreshments and lunch will be provided. Free parking.
Date: 23rd November 2016
Time: 10 am - 4 pm (Registration from 9.30 am)
Venue: Stapledon Suite, IBERS, Gogerddan, Aberystwyth University, Ceredigion, SY23 3EB
Enquiries: Carol Dery (01970 621631)