THE TECHNOLOGY

 

What is pyrolysis and how is it different from incineration?

 

Pyrolysis breaks down organic material using heat in a completely oxygen-free environment. Incineration burns material in open air. That single difference is everything. No combustion means no uncontrolled emissions, no open burning, and no wasted energy. Instead the material thermally decomposes into three valuable outputs — liquid oil, syngas, and solid carbon. The process is clean, controlled, and commercially proven.

 

What materials can the system process?

 

Scrap tires, agricultural biomass, grasses, seaweed, coconut husks, forestry residue, and other carbon-dense organic waste. We have demonstrated the system on multiple feedstocks including Sargassum seaweed collected from Miami Beach. For any new material we recommend a feedstock evaluation to confirm expected outputs and optimal processing parameters.

 

What sizes are available?

 

The WL-Series covers a full range of operational scales — WL3 at 3 tons per day, WL6 at 6 tons per day, WL50 at 50 tons per day, WL100 at 100 tons per day, and WL150 at 150 tons per day. The WL3 and WL6 are available in our Cube-mounted modular configuration for rapid deployment.

 

How long does the system run before maintenance?

 

Reactors operate on continuous 60-day production cycles followed by approximately 3 days of planned maintenance. System design life is 15 to 20 years with standard preventive maintenance.

 

Is the emissions profile clean?

 

Yes. Because pyrolysis operates in an oxygen-free environment there is no open combustion and no uncontrolled emission of pollutants. Syngas not reused internally is filtered and either flared in a controlled manner or compressed. Multi-stage filtration captures and removes particulates throughout the process.

 

 

THE OUTPUTS

 

What does the system produce?

 

Each operating asset generates up to seven simultaneous outputs — alternative diesel (D2, D4, and Bunker C), clean electricity, carbon black, biochar, syngas, Renewable Identification Number credits, and carbon capture credits registered through the Verra Registry.

 

How much fuel does the system produce?

 

Approximately 45% of input mass converts to oil — roughly 143 gallons of alternative diesel per ton of tire feedstock. Yield varies by feedstock type. Detailed output projections are provided during project planning.

 

What is alternative diesel and can it run in a standard engine?

 

Alternative diesel produced through pyrolysis and distillation is a hydrocarbon-based fuel — not biodiesel. Depending on refinement level it is classified as D2, D4, or Bunker C. With appropriate sulfur removal and cetane treatment it is suitable for diesel engines including trucks, generators, marine vessels, and industrial equipment.

 

What is the difference between carbon black and biochar?

 

Both are solid carbon outputs from the pyrolysis process. Carbon black comes from tire and plastic feedstocks and is used in asphalt, rubber, and plastics manufacturing — and can be further refined into graphene. Biochar comes from plant-based feedstocks, is suitable for soil amendment and carbon sequestration, and qualifies for carbon capture credits through the Verra Registry.

 

How much electricity can the system produce?

 

Up to 10 megawatts per plant depending on configuration. Power is delivered at 460V DC through sodium-ion battery storage for clean, stable output suitable for data centers, industrial facilities, and off-grid applications.

 

Why sodium-ion batteries instead of lithium-ion?

 

Sodium-ion batteries are significantly less flammable, tolerate 2,000 to 10,000 charge cycles, and perform more safely in demanding environments. For an industrial system operating across diverse conditions the safety and longevity profile of sodium-ion is the right choice.

 

 

THE CARBON CREDIT PROGRAM

 

What are RIN credits and does our project qualify?

 

Renewable Identification Numbers are credits issued under the U.S. Renewable Fuel Standard for qualifying renewable fuel production. Alternative diesel from scrap tires and biomass qualifies. Each gallon produced generates approximately $1.00 in RIN credits. White Lion’s continuous data logging produces the compliance documentation required for quarterly reporting and auditing.

 

What is the Verra Carbon Registry and how does registration work?

 

The Verra Carbon Registry is the most widely recognized voluntary carbon standard in the world. White Lion’s PDD Program develops your Project Design Document and registers it with Verra — giving your project verifiable, insurable, and bankable carbon credentials. Registration is completed in approximately six weeks from contract signing. Full detail is on our Carbon Credit Program page.

 

What are the carbon credits actually worth?

 

Based on 1,000 acres of managed biomass, projected annual carbon credit value includes $145,200 in biochar credits, $522,720 in direct carbon capture credits, and $1,346,400 under Section 45Q tax credits. At 5,000 acres the total projected annual value exceeds $6.7 million. The voluntary carbon market was valued at $2 billion in 2021 and is projected to reach $60 billion by 2030.

 

Can carbon credits be used for financing?

 

Yes. Registered Verra credits can be used to secure loan financing, attract investors, strengthen financial statements, support forward sales contracts, and back carbon-based digital assets. This is one of the most significant financial advantages of registering your project from day one.

 

 

DEPLOYMENT AND OPERATIONS

 

What is the deployment timeline?

 

Fabrication typically takes 2 to 6 months. Installation and commissioning on-site takes 2 to 6 weeks per line. The Cube-mounted WL3 and WL6 systems deploy significantly faster due to factory pre-assembly and testing. Exact timelines are project-specific and confirmed during planning.

 

What does the operator need to know to run the system?

 

Our systems are designed for operation by trained technicians. The PLC touchscreen interface displays real-time system status clearly. Automated fault detection and safety shutdown protocols are built in. Three operators per shift run a single line for all models up to 60 tons per day. White Lion’s remote monitoring capability allows our technical team to support any deployment from anywhere in the world.

 

What permits are typically required?

 

Common requirements include an air quality permit, fire code compliance under NFPA, a Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure plan for tanks and containment, and stormwater control permits. Requirements vary by jurisdiction. White Lion provides a complete equipment data package for your permitting team and can provide hands-on support where needed.

 

What does maintenance cost annually?

 

Annual maintenance budgets scale from approximately $30,000 for the WL3 to $250,000 for the WL150. Quarterly preventive maintenance covers lubrication and inspections. Our remote monitoring flags developing issues proactively before they become disruptions.

 

What happens if something goes wrong?

 

If a fault occurs the PLC places the system in a safe state automatically. White Lion provides 36 months of remote diagnostics and on-site service per support plan. Critical spare parts are included for year one operations.

 

Can we test our feedstock before committing to a full system?

 

Yes — and we recommend it. Our demonstration facility in Orlando, Florida evaluates feedstocks at small scale and produces real output data on oil yield, carbon product quality, and processing parameters. This informs the full project design and gives every client confidence in the economics before committing capital.

 

 

ABOUT WHITE LION

 

Is the technology commercially proven?

 

Yes. The pyrolysis process at the core of our system has been used at industrial scale in the tire recycling industry globally. The WL-series has been demonstrated on multiple feedstocks under real operating conditions. The graphene refinement pathway uses established materials science processes in commercial use worldwide. Our active demonstration site is in Orlando, Florida. Site visits are coordinated under NDA.

 

What is White Lion’s role — equipment manufacturer, technology company, or consultant?

 

All three by design. We manufacture the equipment, develop the carbon credit documentation, consult on strategy and operations, and support projects through their entire operational life. Our clients are partners — not equipment buyers.

 

Do you work with international projects?

 

Yes. Our systems use globally accessible industrial components including Schneider Electric PLCs and our remote monitoring supports international operations without requiring on-site White Lion personnel at all times.

 

How do we get started?

 

Reach out through our contact page and tell us about your feedstock, your energy needs, your location, and your project goals. We will respond personally with an honest assessment of how we can help and what the next steps look like.