Energy source:
It is used as fuel by being turned into pellets. Its combustion temperature is high (e.g., ~5000kcal/kg) and its ash and sulfur content are low. 2kg of dried olive pomace is equivalent to ≈1kg of fuel oil.

Animal feed:
It is considered a roughage additive due to its pulp content.

Fertilizer & soil conditioner:
Pellet ash is rich in potassium oxide and can be used in agriculture as compost or fertilizer.
It can improve soil structure by providing a carbon source in the soil, but when used directly, it can cause nitrogen fixation. Therefore, composting is recommended.

Soap making:
It was historically used as a raw material for pulp oil in soap production.
Summary Table
Feature Description
What is it? Olive pulp/pit residue
Origin: Greek “piri’na” (pit)
Uses: Fuel, olive pomace oil, soap, feed, fertilizer
Advantages: Renewable, low ash, environmentally friendly
Notes: Can fix nitrogen → compost is recommended