Less than a year after joining the Pietro Fiorentini Group, MicroPyros BioEnerTec continues its rapid growth, positioning itself as a global leader in biotechnology-driven solutions for Power-to-Gas and syngas methanation processes.
Pioneering Industrial Biological Methanation
MicroPyros BioEnerTec is one of the few companies worldwide that has industrialized the use of microorganisms for biological methanation—specifically, the Archaea. These unique microorganisms play a crucial role in converting hydrogen and carbon dioxide into biomethane, a renewable and sustainable energy source.
Cutting-Edge Microbiological Research and Development
In 2021, with the support of Pietro Fiorentini’s engineering and organizational expertise, MicroPyros began constructing a state-of-the-art microbiological laboratory. This facility will store and develop over 70 different strains of Archaea at -80°C, enhancing their selection and cultivation for high-efficiency biomethanation processes.
Additionally, collaboration with Hyter, another Pietro Fiorentini Group startup specializing in green hydrogen production, has enabled the development of integrated biomethane solutions. These high-performance plants will cover the entire biogas and biomethane production cycle, from upgrading raw biogas to injecting biomethane into the grid.
Innovative Pilot Plant for Next-Generation Methanation
According to Gianfranco De Feo, Chairman of the Advisory Board at MicroPyros BioEnerTec, a pilot plant will become operational in the summer. This facility will test and optimize high-efficiency microbiological reactors, marking a major milestone for the Pietro Fiorentini Group.
“For the first time, solutions from Hyter and Biokomp, combined with MicroPyros’ biotechnology, will create a fully integrated system,” stated De Feo. “The pilot plant will not only advance biomethanation but also tackle carbon monoxide conversion, addressing the urgent need to reduce atmospheric pollutants.”
Driving the Future of Renewable Energy
With its innovative use of Archaea, cutting-edge research, and collaboration within the Pietro Fiorentini Group, MicroPyros BioEnerTec is at the forefront of renewable energy development, contributing significantly to the energy transition and decarbonization goals worldwide.
