Description
The course is designed to give a good basic knowledge of what biochar is, what it is made from, how it is made and its applications in small and medium scale agriculture. The course will start with a day’s theory and information at the Ffarm Moelyci Education Barn. Day 2 will be a practical session at another nearby farm discussing simple biomass harvesting and preparation, lighting a small 25T/yr batch kiln, working with biochar and discovering ways of using it on the farm. Day three will be a site visit at a much larger (1000T/yr) plant 2 hrs away (transport provided). This will include a visit to the working plant, a visit to the animal sheds, and to the fields where the composted char/manure is applied, and where biomass crops such as Hemp are grown. Day Four will be back at the Moelyci Education Barn and will involve explanation of the Circular Carbon Management System and its related modelling tools, and a workshop where participants will design their own pilot project and present their models to the group. The course will close with the presentation of certificates.
European Dimension
The
course delivers practical knowledge which is applicable in all EU
regions. As part of the THREE-C Network of providers and
practitioners, we regularly share information and learning with other
regional partners. We attend transnational conferences and seminars
and can draw on a growing library of examples of good practice in
different countries.
Our approach is based
on both the effective transfer of knowledge: ‘learning by doing.
It also contributes to building an on-line transnational community
amongst those interested in the topics we cover, who will keep in
contact and exchange their knowledge and experiences through mutual
encouragement and peer-to-peer support.
Tentative Program & Schedule
Day
1: Conference Suite. AM - Basic Theory of Biochar, and its
production. PM – Biochar applications and critical factors
Day
2: Site Visit to small scale on-farm plant. AM Firing the batch kiln
and Farm Walk. PM: Working with biomass and biochar – blending and
composting.
Day
3: Site visit (2 hr drive) to large scale on-farm plant with heat and
electricity generation. Farm walk including animal shed and
field/crop demonstration.
Day
4: AM: Using the Circular Carbon Management System and tools. PM:
designing your own project using the tools.
Expected Outcome
An
understanding of Biochar, as a useful practical tool in building
resilience in small-scale agriculture.
A
fact-based understanding that Pyrolysis could/should replace
combustion in most situations
An
appreciation that Biochar is the ONLY tool currently available to
the world that can be up-scaled quickly and cheaply by all groups
and communities in all regions, to effectively combat the climate
change.
The
confidence to effectively pass this knowledge on to others
The
skills and tools to develop their own projects
Certification
A
participation certificate will be presented to each participant,
together with a presentation version of their pilot project plan.
About Eryri National Park
The
Course will take place in an area next to the Eryri National Park
which is world famous for its beautiful mountains and coastal
scenery. https://eryri.gov.wales/visit/
The
area is rich in history, with Castles, churches and ancient sites
dating back up to 3500 years.
https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attractions-g186435-Activities-c47-t6-North_Wales_Wales.html
It
also has an extensive industrial history as it has been a major slate
producing region for 300 years.
https://www.visitsnowdonia.info/industrial-history
The
region is also famous for outdoor activities and extreme sports.
https://www.zipworld.co.uk/adventures?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=969668608
The
locations in which the course will be delivered are picturesque and
rural, and sit within an UNESCO World Heritage Site
Access
is straightforward: The locations are only 3km from the main A55
highway, only 8km from Bangor Railway Station where there are regular
trains to Manchester and London - with links via Eurostar services to
Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam. Manchester and Liverpool airports
(from where cars can be hired) are approximately 90 minutes drive
time from the venues.
Venue address
The Education Barn
Farm Moelyci, Lon Felin Hen, Tregarth
LL57 4BB Bangor
United Kingdom
Carbon Capture Limited
Address
Tynyclwt Isaf, Tregarth, Bangor, Gwynedd, LL57 4NR Wales, United Kingdom
Website URL
http://www.carboncapturecymru.co.uk
Contact persons
Colin Keyse. Director
