CHAR Tech Announces Kiln Installation Underway at Thorold Renewable Energy Facility

Executive Summary

• CHAR Technologies announced the delivery and installation kickoff of the first of two commercial High Temperature Pyrolysis (HTP) kilns at its Thorold Renewable Energy Facility.
• Installation of feedstock handling line conveyors is also underway, keeping Phase 1 on schedule for commercial biocarbon production in January 2026.
• The facility will initially process up to 35,000 t/yr of wood waste into >5,000 t/yr of biocarbon for off‑take by ArcelorMittal Dofasco, with Phase 2 planned to double capacity and add RNG/methanation capabilities.

Key Details

• Kiln Delivery: First commercial HTP kiln delivered; installation has begun.
• Conveyor Installation: Feedstock handling line conveyors being installed during the same week.
• Phase 1 Capacity: Up to 35,000 t of wood waste per year → >5,000 t of biocarbon annually.
• Off‑take Agreement: Biocarbon slated for use by ArcelorMittal Dofasco under the 2023 off‑take agreement.
• Commissioning Timeline: Expected start of commercial biocarbon production in January 2026.
• Phase 2 Plans: Installation of a second HTP kiln, methanation equipment to convert synthetic gas to Renewable Natural Gas (RNG), and construction of an on‑site natural gas pipeline injection point; full‑scale commercial production targeted for 2026.
• CEO Quote: “Getting the kiln on site and into installation is a big moment for Thorold… we’re lined up to flip the switch on initial commercial operations in January.” – Andrew White, CEO.

Notable Quotes

“Getting the kiln on site and into installation is a big moment for Thorold,” said Andrew White, CEO of CHAR Tech. “The team and our partners at BMI have kept the build advancing at a strong pace, and now we’re into the final stretch of Phase 1. With installation underway, we’re lined up to flip the switch on initial commercial operations in January.”