B.T.G. BIOMASS TECHNOLOGY GROUP BV

Their core work

BTG is a Dutch SME specializing in converting biomass and organic waste into usable fuels, chemicals, and energy through thermochemical processes — primarily pyrolysis and hydrothermal liquefaction. They develop and scale biomass conversion technologies from lab to industrial readiness, with deep expertise in fast pyrolysis bio-oil production. Beyond technology development, BTG actively works on market uptake, supply chain design, and techno-economic assessment for bioenergy and biofuel value chains. They bridge the gap between biomass feedstock availability and industrial energy demand, helping Europe's industries transition to renewable carbon sources.

What they specialise in

How they've shifted over time

In the early period (2015–2018), BTG focused on foundational bioeconomy work: demonstrating flexible biomass value chains (Bio4Products), developing lignocellulosic crop supply logistics (BECOOL), and building awareness for bio-based industries (BioCannDo, InnProBio). From 2019 onward, their focus sharpened toward applied conversion technologies — pyrolysis, hydrothermal liquefaction, electrochemical upgrading of bio-liquids, and waste-to-fuel pathways. There is a clear shift from broad bioeconomy positioning toward specific, higher-TRL thermochemical conversion processes and waste feedstock utilization.

BTG is moving from biomass supply-side strategy toward downstream conversion of waste streams into drop-in biofuels, positioning them for the EU's upcoming renewable fuel mandates.

How they like to work

BTG operates as both a project leader and a strong contributing partner, coordinating 6 of their 20 projects (30%) — a high ratio for an SME. With 150 unique consortium partners across 23 countries, they maintain a broad European network rather than relying on a small circle of repeat collaborators. Their frequent participation in Coordination and Support Actions (10 CSA projects) shows they are valued not just for technical work but also for their ability to organize multi-partner initiatives and translate research into market-ready strategies.

BTG has built a wide network of 150 unique partners across 23 European and international countries, reflecting their role as a connector between biomass producers, technology developers, and industrial end-users. Their BECOOL project with Brazil signals reach beyond Europe into global biomass supply contexts.

What sets them apart

BTG combines hands-on thermochemical conversion expertise (pyrolysis, HTL) with strong market uptake and strategy capabilities — a rare combination in the biomass sector where organizations tend to be either purely technical or purely advisory. As an SME that has coordinated six EU projects and secured over EUR 10M in H2020 funding, they punch well above their weight. For consortium builders, BTG offers a partner who can both develop the conversion technology and lead the dissemination and market analysis work packages.

Highlights from their portfolio

• Bio4Products
  Their largest project (EUR 1.45M, coordinator role) demonstrating a flexible biomass value chain across pyrolysis, lignin, and sugar processing — a flagship for their core technology.
• SmartCHP
  Second-largest funding (EUR 1.2M, coordinator) developing small-scale combined heat and power from biomass-derived liquids — directly commercializable technology.
• Tech4Biowaste
  Their most recent coordinated project (2021–2023) building a dynamic technology database for bio-waste valorisation — signals their pivot toward waste feedstocks and knowledge brokering.