Tailor-made biochar
About PYROCATALYTICA
Our mission: To develop innovative industrial products that transform agroforestry waste into sustainable resources, protecting nature's carbon through pyrolysis, catalysis and electrochemical processes and driving a circular economy model
Our Mission:
Our vision:
Our vision: To be a leading company in the sustainable transformation of biomass, revolutionising the use of carbon in industry through clean, smart solutions. We aim to build a future where waste becomes opportunity and technology is the key to a regenerative, circular economy.
We are an innovative Spanish company, leading the development and application of advanced pyrolysis technology to transform biomass into high-value biochar.
How Do We Achieve This?
Through:
· Turnkey engineering: design, construction and integration of pyrolysis plants tailored to each client.
· Applied innovation: development of certified tailor-made biochars (EBC/WBC) and energy co-products (biocarbon, syngas and bio-oils).
· Ongoing R&D and innovation: an applied R&D centre in Talamanca del Jarama (Madrid) and participation in national and international innovation projects.
With plans to expand in Spain and Latin America, Pyrocatalytica is positioning itself as a strategic partner for industrial decarbonisation, providing robust, scalable and certified solutions on the path to climate neutrality.
Pyrocatalytica Technology
Advanced Pyrolysis & High-Value Biochar
More Than Pyrolysis… Smart Pyrolysis
We turn waste into energy, bioproducts and value-added materials through advanced thermochemical processes.
Conventional pyrolysis produces:
• Biochar: a carbon-rich solid.
• Bio-oils: pyrolysis oils or pyroligneous acids.
• Syngas: a renewable fuel gas.
Our technology goes further: we integrate automation, energy recovery and catalytic control to maximise results: Smart and Catalytic Pyrolysis.
• Greater Efficiency: optimised biomass conversion.
• Precise Control: fine-tuning of reactions for specific products.
• High-Value Biochar: modified structure and composition for industrial, agricultural and environmental applications.
High-Performance Activated Biochars
We transform agroforestry waste into tailor-made biochar through proprietary processes that enhance its properties and applications.
Cutting-Edge Technology for Real Impact
Our approach is based on modifying the structure and functionality of biochar through advanced activation methods:
• Physical: modifying properties such as nanobiochar structure, surface area and porosity.
• Chemical: acid and/or alkaline treatments before or after pyrolysis.
• Catalytic: using customised or commercial catalysts.
• Co-pyrolysis: incorporating other substances during the thermal process.
Result: optimised, certified biochar ready for sectors such as agriculture, remediation, construction and energy.
Sectors & Markets
Smart pyrolysis to turn waste into energy, biochar and value across multiple industries
Strategic Markets with Pyrocatalytica
Main Applications of Biochar
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Agriculture
Improves soil fertility, water retention and nutrient availability.
Environmental Remediation
Sequestration and neutralisation of toxic substances in soils and water.
Construction
Innovative additives for concrete and asphalt.
Industrial/Energy Applications
Versatile applications ranging from improved performance in anaerobic digestion (biogas/biomethane) to its use as an alternative to coke in metallurgical processes.
Carbon Economy
Permanent CO₂ capture and access to certified carbon credits.
Advanced High-Performance Markets:
Agroindustry
Anaerobic Digestion and Biogas
Cogeneration and Green Energy
Water and Soil Treatment
Municipalities and Waste Management
R&D Projects (Universities, Research Centres and Companies)
Our Team
Scientific knowledge and industrial experience at the service of the energy transition
At Pyrocatalytica, we have a multidisciplinary and international team that brings together engineering, science and business management, with the aim of taking smart pyrolysis to a new level of industrial and environmental impact.
Experts in advanced pyrolysis and catalysis, with experience in the design and operation of complex industrial systems.
Applied R&D&I researchers, developing new biochars and electrochemical technologies for growing markets.
Industrial and process engineers, specialised in turnkey plants and technological scale-up.
Strategic collaborations with universities, technology centres and international consortia.
Our strength lies in the combination of cutting-edge scientific knowledge and industrial execution capability, positioning us as the ideal partner for clients seeking robust, scalable and profitable solutions in the circular economy.
How We Work: The Pyrocatalytica Method
Tailored, Efficient Turnkey Solutions
1 Initial Assessment and Feasibility
We analyse the client's technical context: available feedstock, energy needs and objectives. We define a realistic plan to maximise return on investment and positive impact.
2 Process Design and Simulation
We develop tailored solutions through technical modelling, energy efficiency simulations and optimal system configuration.
3 Manufacturing and Integration
We manufacture InnoPYRO equipment and complementary systems, integrating everything precisely into the client's existing infrastructure.
4 Commissioning and Continuous Improvement
We support installation, carry out technical start-up and provide after-sales follow-up to ensure efficient, safe and sustainable operation.
With Pyrocatalytica, you gain more than equipment: you implement a complete solution tailored to your technical, regulatory and environmental objectives.
At Pyrocatalytica, we apply our own methodology, based on industrial experience, comprehensive support and bespoke design. We ensure effective implementation, from the initial idea to continuous system operation.
Sustainability and Impact
Technology to Decarbonise Industry and Regenerate the Planet
At Pyrocatalytica, we believe sustainability is central to our value proposition. Every solution we develop delivers a measurable positive impact in three dimensions:
Economic
New revenue streams from biochar, biofuels and carbon credits.
Savings on energy and waste management costs.
Circular business models that improve our clients' competitiveness.
Social
Green job creation and local economic development.
·Stronger rural resilience and reduced forest fire risk.
·Technology transfer and specialist training.
Environmental
Permanent carbon capture and storage in the form of biochar.
Reduced CO₂, CH₄ and NH₃ emissions.
Production of renewable energy (syngas and bio-oils) to replace fossil fuels.
·Valorisation of agricultural, forestry and industrial waste.
With international certifications (EBC and future WBC certification) and a firm commitment to climate neutrality by 2050, our solutions contribute to a regenerative circular economy, where waste becomes a new source of value.
Do You Know What Biochar Is?
Do you know what biochar is? It is possibly one of nature's most remarkable substances. A source of organic matter and a carbon reservoir for hundreds of years, it retains water, binds nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorus, removes toxic substances and pollutants from both soil and wastewater, and provides a natural habitat for fungi and bacteria…
Are All Biochars the Same?
Not at all. Biochars are NOT all the same. Unfortunately, most manufacturers do not differentiate between biochars. Their qualities depend on the source of the feedstock, manufacturing conditions, pore size and internal salt content… Their properties can differ dramatically, with entirely opposite effects.
What Are Designer or Tailor-Made Biochars?
Biochar is a “living” and “adaptable” molecule. While its carbon framework remains unchanged (making it an excellent carbon reservoir), both its internal structure and surface reactivity can be adapted to the specific needs of each use. This provides unique possibilities across a wide range of applications at highly competitive prices.
Did You Know?
CAREERS
We are always looking for skilled professionals to join our team. If you think you would be a good fit, take a look at our open positions or feel free to send us your CV.
Drawing on the latest scientific knowledge, PYROCATALYTICA designs, develops and produces tailor-made biochars on both small and large scales.
At Pyrocatalytica, we turn waste into high-value biochar using advanced pyrolysis technology. We design and install modular industrial equipment and produce tailor-made biochars adapted to each agricultural or industrial application.
Our innovation is built on proprietary catalysts and ongoing national and international R&D programmes. We collaborate with research centres and leading companies to bring sustainable, profitable solutions to market.
What Is PYROCATALYTICA's Value Proposition?
