Dynamotive Energy Systems Corporation (OTCBB: DYMTF), a leader in second generation biomass-to-biofuel technology, and BlueLeaf Inc., a Canadian private social purpose enterprise active in applied research concerning the environment, are pleased to announce results of a year long test in application of Dynamotive’s CQuest™ Biochar into commercial farming test plots.

First year results indicated an overall increase in crop yield that ranged from 6% to 17% in soils where biochar was applied compared to control plots. In addition, plots with biochar yielded higher plant density and greater root depth.

Barry Husk, President, BlueLeaf Inc., commented: “The results seen so far in this project are an indication of the benefits of using biochar in agriculture. They illustrate the potential for biochar to improve crop yields, as well as soil and water quality.”

Tom Bouchard, Dynamotive COO added, “We are grateful to Barry and the team at BlueLeaf for providing the technical and practical expertise needed to complete this study. It’s a valuable step towards building a comprehensive understanding of how biochar and specifically CQuest can make a positive difference to not only agriculture but the environment as well.”

Brief Overview of Study

CQuest™ Biochar was supplied from Dynamotive’s West Lorne Facility and applied on May 28, 2008 to a test plot on a farm in the Eastern Townships region of Quebec, Canada. Third party participants included, Mr. Aimé Rivard, a farm owner and agriculture producer. Both companies would like to thank him for his cooperation and support. In total, 3,500 lbs /acre (3,924 kg/hectare) of biochar was applied to the test plot.

Key findings of the study comparing biochar vs. control plots:

- Overall higher crop yield with biochar (+6% to +17%)
- Longer root length with biochar (+68%)
- Lower plant leaf temperatures with biochar (-22%)
- Lower soil nutrient depletion rate during growing season with biochar, e.g. phosphorus (-44%)

Further Studies:

Dynamotive continues its biochar research in Canada and is committed to further support BlueLeaf Inc. in its program. In the US the Company is supporting several different research efforts including a study by the Department of Agriculture – ARS in regard to quantifying the effects of amending soils with CQuest™ Biochar on crop productivity, soil quality, carbon sequestration and water quality. Initial findings from that study are expected later this year.

CQuest™ is a trademark of Dynamotive Energy Systems Corporation

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