US Biochar Initiative

Milkywire's call for proposals for durable carbon removal suppliers is now open! Our ambition is to maximize the long-term potential of CDR and look for suppliers who: 💡 Develop and prove particularly promising new CDR methods, or ➕ Scale up an existing method in a way that is more sustainable, cost/resource-effective, or delivers higher co-benefits than current solutions, and/or 🌐 Contribute to CDR ecosystem-wide benefits, such as advancing scientific understanding of a method. Since 2021, Milkywire has purchased from 27 different CDR suppliers across 9 methods for our Climate Transformation Fund, which is supported by leading corporate partners such as Klarna, Spotify, and Bolt. As announced earlier this week, Milkywire has also secured a $5M commitment CDR purchase commitment from Salesforce. Link to the call: https://lnkd.in/gTqg7rXK Please share with CDR companies you think could be interested!

TODAY! Join the USDA Forest Service for a #biochar webinar: Biochar-based system for the removal of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from recycled water. 📅 December 12 🕰️ 11:00am ET Access the webinar: https://lnkd.in/gybuxT8J Biochar is an effective and low-cost adsorbent for #PFAS molecules, and it could be used for reducing their environmental mobility. Dr. Pia Ramos will present her research work findings about biochar properties optimization by characterization of feedstocks, #pyrolysis temperature, and post-production modification to maximize PFAS retention.

Looking for #biochar suppliers or curious about producers in your area? USBI's Biochar Producer Directory is a one-stop resource for discovering biochar manufacturers across North America. Whether you're sourcing biochar for your next project or just exploring the industry, this directory can connect you with innovators driving production. ➡️ Check it out:

🔍 Can #biochar clean contaminated environments? (The short answer – yes!) Future Energy Systems' recent video with Dr. Scott Chang from the Department of Renewable Resources at University of Alberta answers a high school student's question: How do researchers study biochar's ability to remediate contaminants? 🎥 Watch here: https://lnkd.in/gUmNvNXN We love curiosity from young students about biochar's potential for now and the future! #EnergyInnovation #AskAnExpert

Are you developing a #biochar project for #carbonremoval? 👋 Tune in with Flowcarbon this December 9th with other major players in the space for discussion, lessons, and takeaways from Fervo Energy and Twelve.

An exciting #biochar and #soilhealth event with USDA-NRCS and Dr. Candiss Williams, PhD – tomorrow!

💡 Have ideas for smarter climate solutions in #agriculture? The USDA wants your input to improve #conservation practices that mitigate #climatechange and enhance resilience. From brush management to soil carbon amendments, these updates could redefine sustainability for future generations. Why participate? ✔️ Your voice helps shape standards backed by science ✔️ Influence how practices adapt to wildfires, drought, and temperature extremes. ✔️ Support programs like EQIP and CSP with climate-smart enhancements. 🗓️ Submit your thoughts by December 23, 2024. 👉 https://lnkd.in/evMd-pjU

Next September, our North American Biochar Conference is heading to Minnesota! 👥 🌲 We hope to see you in Minneapolis in 2025 for #biochar networking, sessions, site visits, and ongoing development.  Curious what our host state is doing in the industry? Learn how biochar’s influence is taking root: https://lnkd.in/ga9krjAh

Last week, the international climate conference #COP29 approved of the Article 6.4 mechanism. In short, this sets the stage for a UN-supervised #carbonmarket, where countries can trade carbon emission reductions to meet their Paris Agreement goals. So what might this mean for biochar markets in North America? 🔸 Increased Market Demand: With CDR methodologies now standardized, more doors can open for biochar projects, from qualification to more funding.  🔸 Opportunities for Innovation: The expanded CDR frameworks include a diverse range of removal methods, and biochar’s contributions to agricultural sustainability, soil health, and carbon removal can’t be understated in a regulated marketplace. While there are still concerns about transparency and environmental justice, this milestone can continue to supercharge the biochar industry's role in the fight against #climatechange. https://lnkd.in/eK9Z79kS What are your thoughts on Article 6.4's potential to transform carbon markets?👇 #ParisAgreement #Article6

🌱 Building Biochar Markets: Highlights from the Grain Ecosystem Webinar Thanks to GRAIN for inviting USBI's Executive Director Myles Gray, P.E. to share key insights into scaling biochar markets as a transformative climate solution! Missed the live conversation? Watch the recording 👉 https://lnkd.in/gt6hBnGX Want the highlights? Read on:  🔺 USBI is focused on developing markets for physical #biochar as the key opportunity to scale biochar as a climate-relevant carbon mitigation technology. Key market priorities include soil amendment, biochar enhanced fertilizers, stormwater management, concrete, and horticulture.  🔺 Biochar Carbon Dioxide Removal should always be viewed from a systems perspective. Looking just at the #CDR component misses the big picture, because biochar’s value goes far beyond just #carbon removal.  🔺 Most physical biochar is sold decoupled from its CDR credit, but using that same biochar can still be part of value-chain decarbonization. Why? Because all existing CDR methodologies account for all #emissions from feedstock sourcing, biochar production, and biochar processing and shipping. The delivered, physical product is a zero-carbon product in value-chain emissions accounting.   Thanks to fellow panelists Bernardo del Campo and Jason E. Dodier for the conversation!