Columbi Farms
Case
Comparing Fertilizer Production: Circular Resources vs. Traditional Methods
How can emissions and energy use in fertilizer production be minimized by utilizing circular resources compared to conventional methods?
Challenge
Columbi Farms lacked comprehensive data to evaluate the energy consumption and CO2 emissions from their circular fertilizer production processes versus traditional mineral fertilizers. The need for specific insights on the Haber-Bosch process further highlighted the knowledge gap.
Impact
We collaborated with Columbi Farms to create a digital framework that:
Mapped the production process of circular fertilizers and traditional fertilizers, focusing on emissions and energy use.
Incorporated cutting-edge research on the Haber-Bosch process and green ammonia alternatives.
Provided dynamic modeling in Terralight for scenario analysis, offering actionable insights to enhance sustainability in fertilizer production.
Key Highlights
Through this collaboration, Columbi Farms is equipped to:
Analyze energy consumption differences between traditional and circular methods.
Measure CO2 emissions, including those stemming from natural gas use in traditional processes.
Explore extended indicators such as transportation impacts and fertilizer efficiency in future model iterations.
