Bio-solids upgrade (Stage 1)
09 May 2023
Focus area: Waste valorisation and circular economy
Program stream: Industry excellence
Project number: 2022-1081
As part of the project, an investigation was conducted to determine fertiliser production capacity. Processing technologies were evaluated, and a market analysis was completed to determine potential bio-based fertiliser options.
In addition, a multi-criteria assessment was conducted to evaluate the practicality of implementing bio-based fertiliser facilities at red meat processors plants.
The project found that if all red meat processing plants implemented an anaerobic digester and bio-based fertiliser plant, there would be sufficient digestate available to interest commercial fertiliser companies.