HyOrc Inks Waste-to-Methanol Deal with Bulgaria’s OnEnergy

Event summary

  • HyOrc signed a binding agreement with Bulgaria’s OnEnergy Group for a waste-to-methanol facility processing 50,000 tonnes of RDF annually.
  • The project targets ~38–42 tonnes of methanol production daily, aligning with EU decarbonization and circular economy goals.
  • HyOrc will lead technical development, aiming for EU Innovation Fund support.
  • OnEnergy’s Arch Pavleta Pelovska and HyOrc’s Reginald Fubara emphasized scalability and execution readiness.

The big picture

The deal underscores Europe’s push for waste-to-energy solutions, with HyOrc positioning itself as a key technology provider. The project’s success could validate the commercial viability of thermochemical conversion in the region, while OnEnergy’s local expertise may mitigate execution hurdles. The EU’s focus on landfill diversion and green methanol demand will shape the partnership’s strategic trajectory.

What we're watching

Execution Risk
Whether HyOrc can deliver on technical development timelines and secure EU Innovation Fund backing.
Market Scaling
The pace at which similar waste-to-methanol projects emerge in Europe amid tightening decarbonization mandates.
Regulatory Alignment
How EU policies on landfill diversion and circular economy will impact the project’s long-term viability.