"Enerkem's core business is the commercial production of cellulosic ethanol, and we now intend to take advantage of our flexible technology platform to gradually expand our line of biofuels and chemical products," said Vincent Chornet, president and CEO of Enerkem. "This research project is part of our growth strategy and demonstrates our commitment towards innovation and a greener economy."
The Government of Canada is contributing $1.1 million to this project via Natural Resources Canada: "Through the ecoENERGY Innovation Initiative, our Government is investing in innovative clean energy technologies that create jobs, generate new economic opportunities and protect the environment," said the Honourable Joe Oliver, Canada's Minister of Natural Resources. "This program demonstrates our tangible support for energy projects that drive energy innovation."
Enerkem's technology produces a chemical-grade synthesis gas that serves as a key intermediate for the production of renewable fuels and chemicals. This R&D project will be conducted at Enerkem's research and development pilot facility in Sherbrooke, Quebec, in collaboration with the University of Sherbrooke.
About Enerkem
Enerkem makes biofuels and renewable chemicals from waste. With its proprietary technology, Enerkem converts non recyclable municipal solid waste into methanol, ethanol and other widely used chemical intermediates. Headquartered in Canada, Enerkem operates both a demonstration plant and a pilot facility in Quebec. Enerkem is currently building a full-scale waste-to-biofuels facility in Edmonton, Alberta, and is developing similar facilities in North America and globally. Enerkem's technology and facilities help diversify the energy mix and make greener everyday products while offering an alternative to landfilling. www.enerkemweb.wpengine.com
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Marie-Hélène Labrie
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