BioCirV

Discover the biomass resources of the Central Valley

Browse this first of its kind dataset, generated from 1000+ samples across 30+ biomass types in California's Central Valley.

Explore all feedstocks
Preview of the BioCirV explore page showing biomass feedstock cards

Data generated by our research partners

BEAM Circular
UC Merced
USDA
UC Berkeley
Berkeley Lab
UC Agriculture and Natural Resources

Find the right biomass for your project

A digital platform designed to make it easy to identify, analyze, and source regional biomass feedstocks and research-driven insights.

Search & filter by what matters

Explore biomass types that match your technical process and volume needs using structured filtering tools.

  • Filter by regional supply, biomass characteristics, and real conversion outcomes
  • Compare 30+ biomass types produced in the North San Joaquin Valley
  • Narrow results based on volume, availability and suitability
Preview of the BioCirV filter panel with regional production and characterization options

Explore biomass profiles

Review detailed biomass composition and conversion data that was generated for BioCirV and collated to speed up your R&D process.

  • Compare composition and conversion yields for local resources
  • Explore established and emerging biomass applications and use cases
  • Export data for even deeper analysis
Preview of a biomass profile page showing composition charts and metrics

About BioCirV

BioCirV is a collaborative initiative generating unique datasets to make the North San Joaquin Valley's abundant biomass accessible for new market and innovation opportunities.

Researchers across six institutions collected, analyzed, and collated thousands of samples to speed up your research and time to market.

Map of California's Central Valley highlighting San Joaquin, Stanislaus, and Merced counties

The BioCirV Initiative – in numbers

A five-year, multi-institutional effort building the data infrastructure for biomass innovation in the North San Joaquin Valley.

Year Initiative
5
Samples collected
1,000+
Biomass types
30+
Counties
3

Unlock North San Joaquin Valley's biomass resources

Discover available feedstocks, compare characteristics, and identify new research or market opportunities.