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Integrated Biomass Upgrading: Advancing Hydrogen and Valuable Green Chemicals through Electroreforming (BIOEC) is a cooperative research project aims to revolutionize green hydrogen production through a novel biomass electrolysis technique, providing an economically feasible alternative to traditional water splitting methods. By significantly reducing costs and valorizing oxidized by-products, the project focuses on developing a scalable system for converting waste to fuel, tailored to the waste streams of partner countries. This approach promises a targeted, efficient solution for sustainable energy production.
In Numbers

123K
Thai Members

6
International collaborators

THB
5M
Funding
Total 21M THB including
all the partners

5
Publications
THAILAND BIOMASS INVENTORY
This report presents a comprehensive assessment of Thailand’s biomass resource potential and its role in supporting national climate and energy transition goals. Agricultural residues such as rice husk, bagasse, corn cob, palm shell, and other lignocellulosic feedstocks are identified as abundant yet underutilized domestic resources capable of contributing to renewable energy production and value-added material synthesis. The study examines the structural composition of biomass, with emphasis on hemicellulose as a strategically accessible fraction for chemical valorization and hybrid electrolyte precursor development. Case studies on hemicellulose extraction from palm shells and corn cobs demonstrate feasible processing routes that enable the generation of sugar-platform intermediates for fuels, chemicals, and advanced functional materials. In addition, the report evaluates the economic and environmental implications of biomass utilization, highlighting potential revenues, infrastructure requirements, and contributions to greenhouse-gas reduction and energy security. Overall, the findings support the development of integrated biomass valorization pathways as a key component of Thailand’s transition toward a circular, low-carbon bioeconomy.
Project Background

Biomass electrolysis for hydrogen production is advancing sustainable energy by efficiently generating hydrogen fuel while producing valuable by-products, aligning with a circular economy. This project aims to develop a cost-effective and robust biomass electrolysis system through an international collaboration of four research teams.
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Japan specializes in advanced inorganic materials for electrochemical conversion.
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Thailand focuses on electrode fabrication, testing, and operando X-ray analysis to optimize catalyst performance.
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New Zealand leads in scaling electrochemical processes, enabling commercialization.
Together, we strive to overcome technical and economic barriers, paving the way for scalable, eco-friendly hydrogen production.
Collaboration & Knowledge sharing
JAPAN
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Unique structure lnorganic material synthesis
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In-house advanced characterization
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Oxidation eletrocatalyst
THAI
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Electrode fabrication, E-chem measurements. small reactor design
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Advanced characterization (operando, XAS)
NEW ZEALAND
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Plasma treatment processes
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Earth-abundant hydrogen evolution catalyst
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Rapid prototyping and comblined characterization

Significance of the Project
The BIOEC project tackles global environmental and energy challenges by advancing green hydrogen production through biomass electrolysis. This innovation supports:

SDG 7
by providing affordable, renewable energy

SDG 13
by reducing greenhouse gas emissions through low-carbon technologies

SDG 17
through strong international collaboration among Japan, Thailand, and New Zealand
By merging scientific innovation with circular economy principles, BIOEC promotes sustainable, inclusive, and scalable clean energy solutions for the future.
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