Arbios Biotech completes construction of its biomass to bio-oil facility in Prince George
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PRINCE GEORGE — Arbios Biotech has announced the completion of construction of its Chuntoh Ghuna facility in Prince George.
The facility uses Licella’s Cat-HTRTM hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL) technology to transform forest residues and other woody residuals into a renewable bio-oil that can be refined into transportation fuels with a low carbon footprint.
“The completion of the Chuntoh Ghuna facility marks a pivotal moment for Arbios Biotech and our partners. This facility embodies our vision of creating a circular bioeconomy where low-value residues become a valuable renewable resource,” said Rune Gjessing, CEO of Arbios Biotech. “We are grateful for the support of all levels of government, the Lheidli T’enneh Nation, and everyone who has helped make this vision a reality.”
The facility was developed in close partnership with the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation on whose unceded territory it stands. The Nation named the facility Chuntoh Ghuna which means “the forest lives” in the Dakelh language. Chief Logan of the Lheidli T’enneh Nation stated, “As a Nation, we are focused on working with proponents and projects that focus on long-term environment sustainability. We are proud to see the completion of Chuntoh Ghuna, a facility that reflects our shared values of a sustainable bioeconomy. Further, this project demonstrates what can be achieved when Indigenous communities and industry collaborate in a meaningful way. We look forward to the positive impacts this facility will bring as we transition to a low-carbon future.”
