Torrefaction

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Renewable, Cost-effective, Carbon negative

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October 15 2025

Torrefaction is a heating process of biomass in a non-oxidizing atmosphere, necessary to improve raw biomass materials. Torrefied biomass properties include a lower moisture percentage, a higher energy density, and heating value. Torrefied material is easier to grind and to pelletize. These properties all translate into a sustainable and economic higher value. During this torrefaction process, combustible emission gases are released. The Yilkins torrefaction technology brings these combustible emission gases back into the main process to provide the required process heat, making Yilkins torrefaction a very economical technology. Read more about our torrefaction technology.

 

Projects/partnerships  highlights

Thyssenkrupp selected the Yilkins torrefaction technology for the preparation of various biomass for their entrained flow gasification technology to turn biomass into high-quality syngas for the production of SAF, renewable diesel, green hydrogen, chemicals, renewable electricity, etc.

A major beer brewer, Heineken, has selected Yilkins' drying technology, turning spent grains into local energy production. A pilot project is underway that may lead to implementation at 30 plants around the world.

Yilkins is developing a torrefaction plant for one of the largest Refinery and Petrochemical conglomerates in India, Reliance Industries.

Developing a facility for a large, international biomass industry partner in North America.

Yilkins' torrefaction technology has been selected by Tokuyama, a Japanese company.

 

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Pros & Limitations
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Proprietary and proven technology
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Lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
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High efficiency / low energy usage
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Uniform product quality
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Feedstock flexible
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Safe and flexible design in low oxygen environment, no risk of fires
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Low energy usage results in a low carbon index
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Very low air emissions by using a condensation step
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No commercial scale operating plant
Specification
Title Description
Theme/Discipline
Process Engineering
Core Tech
Power Generation
Industry
Bioenergy
Areas of Application
Energy Power Plants | Pellet Suppliers | Chemicals and Materials | Manufacturing Industry
Torrefaction ‘plug-in’ approach
Can be installed with a minimal impact in existing plant and results in minor challenges for the material and energy balance
Reducing Costs & Emissions
Save at least 15-20% in transportation and storage costs
Increased Efficiency
Increase boiler efficiency by 10%
Coal Substitute
Torrefied pellets can replace coal up to 100%, using the same milling equipment
Technology Readiness Level

The Technology Readiness Level (TRL) indicates the maturity level of novel technologies. Learn more about the TRL scale used by us.

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Development Technology demonstration Mature / Proven
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Yilkins is a frontrunner in circular technologies, offering highly innovative, safe and efficient solutions for drying, torrefaction and carbonization of biomass residues. Their patented technology, audited by global corporations like DNV-GL and insured by New Energy Risk, drastically reduces energy usage by 50% and emissions, marking the organization as a pioneer in sustainability.

With global projects and collaborations with some of the biggest names in the industry, Yilkins is setting new standards in the use of organic residues. Their technologies make it possible to convert more than a hundred types of residues efficiently and safely. They enable the production of a wide range of products, such as solid biofuels, polymers, chemical derivatives and even food ingredients.

Yilkins prioritizes customer-centric, transparent collaborations, providing integrated, tailor-made solutions that extend beyond equipment to include full-service support from testing to after-sales. Their compact, efficient designs and proprietary technologies allow them to respond swiftly to customer needs, ensuring the lowest total costs of ownership. Yilkins is not just an equipment supplier; they are a trusted strategic partner in decarbonization, committed to advancing a greener future through global biofuel, biochemical, and biochar projects for developing net-zero strategies.

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Country of Headquarters
Netherlands
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