State partnership advancing technologies that convert organics and waste into fuels and value-added products.
The Waste to Fuels Technology Partnership is a collaborative initiative advancing technologies that convert organic waste streams into renewable fuels and value-added products in Washington state. The partnership brings together researchers and state agency staff to evaluate technical feasibility, economic performance, logistics, and policy considerations for transforming municipal solid waste, agricultural residues, forest residues, and other organic materials into products such as sustainable aviation fuel, methanol, and biochar.
Work during the 2023–2025 biennium included modeling conversion pathways, assessing feedstock availability and transportation costs, analyzing greenhouse gas implications, and evaluating policy scenarios that influence deployment at scale. In parallel, the partnership supported stakeholder engagement, workshops, and communication efforts to inform state decision-makers and industry partners.
By integrating technical analysis with policy and implementation considerations, the project supports Washington’s goals to reduce landfill reliance, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and build infrastructure that generates renewable energy and economic value from waste materials.
Products from this Project
Project Lead
Yorgey, G.
People
Crow, V., Garcia-Perez, M., Tambet, H., Brady, M., Yorgey, G., Garcia, A., Lewis, B., Valderrama-Rios, C., Macias-Naranjo, R., Haghighi Mood, S., and Dev, C.
Project Dates
2023–present
Area of Focus
- Agricultural Technology
- Climate & Environment
- Value from Waste
Topic
- Climate Change
- Energy
- Natural Resources
- Waste Management
Project Status
In Progress
