Nova Biochem
Transforms industrial side-stream from the pulp and paper industry into high-value circular chemicals that replace those made from crude oil.
Area
Green chemicals
COHORT
One
Location
Nottingham
Website
nova-biochem.com
The challenge
The pulp and paper industry burns millions of tonnes of lignin every year. It’s a valuable resource, but it’s only ever used as fuel. Meanwhile, petrochemical-derived aromatics for plastics, coatings and adhesives are a major source of emissions. There’s currently no bio-based alternative at scale.
The solution
Nova Biochem has developed a hydrothermal process that converts lignin directly at the pulp mill. It produces high-value, circular aromatic chemicals through a continuous, solvent-free process with zero waste. The result is a bio-based alternative that matches the cost of petroleum-derived equivalents.
Programme highlight (so far)
1:1 support on commercial strategy.
More coming soon…
Nova Biochem is currently taking part in the EarthScale programme.
On completion of the programme, we will share more about Nova Biochem’s EarthScale experience, journey, and the outcomes achieved.
