Wastes to Fuels Technology Partnership (2015–2017)

The Waste to Fuels Technology Partnership supported 2015–2017 research and extension to improve how organic residuals are managed in Washington state. Across the biennium, WSU researchers examined anaerobic digestion, pyrolysis, composting, biochar, nutrient recovery, alternative fuels, carbon accounting, bioelectrochemical systems, and technology transfer. The work focused on reducing landfill use and greenhouse gas emissions while creating value-added products and improving the economics of organics processing. Efforts included applied studies on polyphenol recovery from grape pomace, alternative jet fuel pathways, biochar production and use, woody biomass inventories, and outreach to move research into practice. Together, this partnership represents a systems-level approach to improving the sustainability and productivity of organic waste management in Washington state. Funding: Waste to Fuels Technology Partnership, Washington State University, Washington State Department of Ecology Waste 2 Resources Program.