What are Biochar Carbon Credits?
Biochar carbon credits are a form of carbon offset that is generated through the production and use of biochar. Biochar is created by heating organic materials, such as agricultural waste, in a low-oxygen environment (pyrolysis), which stabilizes the carbon within the material and prevents it from being released into the atmosphere as CO2. Instead, the carbon is locked in the biochar and can be stored in soils for hundreds to thousands of years.
These carbon credits represent the amount of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) that is prevented from entering the atmosphere through the biochar process. By producing and using biochar, companies and organizations can generate carbon credits that can be sold to businesses looking to offset their carbon emissions and meet sustainability targets, such as net-zero goals.
Key Elements of Biochar Carbon Credits
Carbon Sequestration
Biochar locks carbon into the soil, capturing and storing carbon that would otherwise be released.
Sustainability
The use of renewable feedstocks like hemp or agricultural residues makes the process environmentally friendly and supports a circular economy.
Market value
Biochar carbon credits can be traded in carbon markets, allowing businesses to purchase credits as part of their efforts to reduce their carbon footprint.
