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BioFlux was hired by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), part of the World Bank Group, to conduct an extensive feasibility study for building an industrial manure-to-biochar conversion facility in Zambia.
BioFlux started by assessing manure's suitability for biochar production.
Our expert consultants considered the manure availability, quality, characteristics and cost of collection of manure sourced from different types of livestock.
BioFlux explored how biochar could benefit local agriculture in Zambia.
The study examined various value-added applications of biochar for the company, including biochar application in soils to improve water retention, increase nutrient availability, and reduce the need for inorganic fertilisers.
It examined how the risks and benefits and potential impacts it would have on the local environment and Zambeef as a company.
BioFlux further developed risk-mitigation strategies by identifying non-soil-based biochar uses.
BioFlux analysed the potential market for selling biochar outside the company’s value chain, both in Zambia and nearby countries. Theis offered opportunities to develop risk-mitigation strategies by identifying non-soil-based biochar uses. Such work included exploring pricing strategies, potential challenges in entering the market, and opportunities for partnerships and agreements to secure long-term buyers for biochar.
The study examined whether the plant could also generate electricity as a byproduct of the industrial biochar production process.
This included a detailed analysis of technical compatibility with the site's energy infrastructure.
BioFlux benchmarked an extensive list of pyrolysis technologies, to find the best option for converting manure into biochar, considering CAPEX/OPEX, performance parameters, ease of operation, and regional suitability.
This step further entailed conducting an in-depth investigation into the technical feasibility, considering local constraints.
Two reference projects were also visited to gain key insights.
BioFlux conducted a detailed cost-benefit analysis to determine whether the plant would be financially viable.
The analysis considered all expenses, including setup, operation, and maintenance costs, and potential income from selling biochar, generating electricity, and claiming carbon credits.
Ultimately, BioFlux’s insights will help the International Finance Corporation (IFC) in their investment decision-making, supporting one of the most innovative and cutting edge wet biomass pyrolysis projects under consideration.
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