CO₂ impact
Transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a greener future
Breaking down the numbers
Our 250 TPD fast pyrolysis plants deliver transformative emissions reductions by addressing multiple sources of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The total 800,000 tons of CO₂ reduced annually comes from:
BioOil, a renewable fuel, replaces fossil fuels such as diesel and heavy fuel oil in power generation, heating, and industrial processes. By switching from fossil fuels to BioOil:
Energy output from BioOil: ~53,750 tons/year translates to ~994,375 GJ of renewable energy
Emissions savings: Replacing fossil fuels avoids 53 kg of CO₂ per GJ, resulting in a reduction of ~52,707 tons of CO₂ annually
BioChar, a solid byproduct of the fast pyrolysis process, locks carbon into a stable form that remains in the soil for thousands of years, improving soil quality for agriculture.
Annual BioChar production: ~20,750 tons/year
Carbon sequestration rate: 2–3 tons of CO₂ per ton of BioChar
Emissions savings: ~51,875 tons of CO₂ sequestered annually, preventing it from returning to the atmosphere
Agricultural and forestry residues left to decay naturally or burned contribute to significant greenhouse gas emissions, particularly methane, a potent greenhouse gas. By using these residues for BioOil production:
Biomass processed: 82,500 tons/year per plant
Avoided emissions: Prevents ~5–7 tons of CO₂-equivalent emissions per ton of biomass, adding ~400,000–600,000 tons of avoided emissions annually
173,913 cars
Each plant’s emissions reduction is equivalent to taking over 173,913 cars off the road annually.
A full lifecycle impact
The 800,000 tons of CO₂ reductions represent more than just a single process—they encompass the broader lifecycle benefits of Evergreen’s technology:
Renewable energy transition: BioOil replaces fossil fuels, cutting CO₂ emissions by up to 70% per unit of energy
Carbon storage in BioChar: BioChar acts as a long-term carbon sink, supporting regenerative agriculture and soil health
Circular economy: Transforming agricultural and forestry waste into renewable fuels reduces environmental degradation and supports sustainable resource use
Addressing the challenges of energy and carbon
Decarbonizing energy systems
Replacing fossil fuels in heating, power generation, and industrial processes with renewable BioOil.
Removing carbon from the atmosphere
Using BioChar to sequester carbon while improving soil health and agricultural productivity.
Net Zero goals
Direct emissions reductions from BioOil and BioChar make a measurable impact on achieving global Net Zero goals.
Transparency in impact reporting
We are developing digital reporting tools to create lifecycle analysis and ESG reports for transparency and credibility in our emissions reductions. This platform will calculate emissions savings using:
Lifecycle Analysis (LCA): Measures BioOil’s emissions compared to fossil fuels.
Carbon accounting for BioChar: Tracks the long-term sequestration of CO₂ in agricultural soils.
Avoided emissions models: Quantifies greenhouse gas and CO₂ prevented from biomass decay.
Our advantage
Global reach
Our plants can be deployed anywhere biomass is available, ensuring a local solution with global benefits.
Proven team
Decades of expertise and experienced engineering for scalable performance.
Multi-value approach
In addition to reducing emissions, our plants create local jobs, enhance energy security, and promote circular economies.