TerraForge Biocarbon Solutions announces $100 million facility in Magnolia
JACKSON, Miss. – TerraForge Biocarbon Solutions, a joint venture between biohydrogen manufacturer Aymium and forestry giant Weyerhaeuser, announced today it will establish new operations in Magnolia, Mississippi. The project represents a corporate investment of over $100 million and is expected to create 36 new jobs by 2027.
Sustainable Innovation in Pike County
The new manufacturing facility will focus on producing metallurgical biocarbon, a sustainable alternative to coal and coke used in metal processing. The plant will house two biocarbon processors that utilize a combustion-free, low-emissions process to transform wood fiber into high-grade biocarbon.
This product is designed to serve as a drop-in replacement for fossil fuels in the production of iron, steel, silicon, and ferro-alloys, signaling a significant shift toward greener industrial practices.
Economic Impact and Strategic Partnerships
The Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) is supporting the project through the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive (MFLEX) program and infrastructure improvement assistance. Pike County officials are also providing local support to facilitate the development.
“TerraForge Biocarbon Solutions’ decision to locate in Magnolia marks a major win for Pike County and Mississippi,” said Gov. Tate Reeves. “The company’s substantial investment and creation of dozens of new jobs will have an immediate impact on the local economy.”
Industry Leadership
The venture combines the expertise of Weyerhaeuser, the largest integrated forestry and wood products manufacturer in the U.S., with Aymium’s patented biocarbon technologies.
“We are thrilled to partner with Weyerhaeuser to expand our footprint in Mississippi… and reduce the environmental impact of producing materials the world needs,” stated Aymium CEO James Mennell.
Weyerhaeuser President and CEO Devin W. Stockfish added that the company is excited to expand its long history in the state, drawing on a “strong workforce and great local support.”
Local officials, including Pike County Economic Development District Director Jill Busby and Board of Supervisors President Sam Hall, hailed the announcement as a milestone for the region’s economic future.
