Biennium summary of research advancing composting, biochar, digestion, and organics management in Washington state.
This report summarizes research and extension activities conducted during the 2019–2021 biennium under the Waste to Fuels Technology Partnership between Washington State University and the Washington State Department of Ecology. The partnership supports development and evaluation of technologies that improve organics management, reduce emissions, and create higher-value products from waste streams.
Work during this biennium included studies on compost air emissions measurement, biochar integration into composting systems, greenhouse gas mitigation, soil amendment performance in field crops, anaerobic digestion optimization, and conversion of organic wastes into renewable fuels and biochemicals. Projects combined laboratory testing, field trials, modeling, and industry collaboration to address technical, environmental, and economic barriers to broader implementation.
Together, the findings support Washington’s Solid and Hazardous Waste Plan and provide technical foundations for advancing waste-to-energy systems, soil health improvements, and carbon management strategies statewide.
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Authors
Boone, K., Garcia-Perez, M., Jobson, T., Bronstad, E., Crow, V., Hills, K., Whittemore, A., and Yorgey, G.
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- Extension, Engagement, and Technology Transfer
- Survey of Large Commercial Compost Facilities in Washington
- Comparing Methods to Measure Air Emissions from Commercial Compost Facilities
- Development of Engineered Biochar Cocktails for Odor Removal in Composting Facilities
- Impact of High Rates of Biochar on the Composting Process and Resulting Products
- Technical Potential for CO2 Drawdown Using Biochar in Washington State
- Integrating Compost and Biochar for Improved Air Quality, Crop Yield, and Soil Health
- Production of a Biochemical from Food Waste Through Integration of Anaerobic Digestion and Fermentation Processes
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Suggested Citation
Boone, K., Garcia-Perez, M., Jobson, T., Bronstad, E., Crow, V., Hills, K., Whittmore, A., and Yorgey, G. 2022. Advancing Organics Management in Washington State: Waste to Fuels Technology Partnership, 2019–2021 Biennium. Publication 22-07-002. Solid Waste Management Program, Washington State Department of Ecology.
Year Published
2022
Areas of Focus
Agricultural Technology, Climate & Environment, and Value from Waste
Topics
Climate Change, Energy, Natural Resources, Soils & Fertility, and Waste Management
