Press Release: Mapping Biomass Potential

We’re excited to share a new press release from the TEAPOTS project, highlighting our latest progress in mapping and estimating residual biomass in agricultural regions.

As part of Deliverable 3.1, our partners Uptoearth developed high-resolution GIS maps for two pilots: Ecofarm in Sicily (Italy) and Filia Ghi in Thessaly (Greece). These maps classify crops, define field boundaries, and most importantly, estimate above-ground and residual biomass available for sustainable energy recovery through biochar and other byproducts.

Using satellite data and ground measurements, partners trained a machine learning model that accurately predicted biomass. Despite challenges like drought in Sicily and site changes in Greece, the team adapted using historical and remote sensing data. Results revealed significant biomass potential: 25–33 kg per plant in Italy and 1.7–2.2 kg per plant in Greece, highlighting strong opportunities for bioenergy and decentralised biomass use.

These findings confirm the potential to recover biomass for renewable energy and biochar production. The approach will soon be applied to virtual pilot sites in France, Germany, the Netherlands, and northern Italy, expanding TEAPOTS’ reach across Europe.