International Biochar Initiative

We're pleased to introduce IBI's new Executive Director, Luisa Marin! In this month's newsletter, she tells the story of her journey into #biochar. "Becoming the Executive Director of the first international biochar organization was something I never saw coming. In fact, it happened right when one chapter of my biochar story — at the time it seemed like my entire biochar career — was coming to a close." Help us give a warm welcome to Luisa as she begins her new role within the IBI community. ??

Meet Kom and Nui, alumni of IBI’s 2023 #BiocharAcademy, who have turned #bamboo waste into a source of community wealth in Thailand. In just one year, they've expanded their role as mentors and local guides for the 2024 Biochar Academy, proving how powerful biochar can be in transforming both local economies and the environment. ???? Read their inspiring story and see how biochar is making a difference! ?? ?? https://lnkd.in/gQX2h9SB #Biochar #SustainableFuture #CommunityImpact #ClimateAction #ThisIsBiochar

?? Unlock the Power of Biochar: Sponsor an IBI Event! ?? Did you know #biochar can remove 6% of global emissions annually? That's like taking 800 coal power plants offline or reducing emissions equal to India’s entire yearly output. ?? By sponsoring the International Biochar Initiative’s (IBI) events, you can help advance #carbon removal solutions, equip global leaders in biochar and climate resilience, and reach an 22,000+ audience passionate about biochar’s potential. With 2025 events across Thailand, Japan, Kenya, and more, your company can gain exposure in front of industry trailblazers and innovators globally. ?? Apply to become an IBI Event Sponsor [limited availability!] and receive a tailored sponsorship proposal: https://lnkd.in/g5w_iP5s ?? Explore bespoke sponsorship benefits such as custom social media shoutouts, exclusive email blasts, and more! Are you ready to align your brand with a trusted, international organization and a scientifically-backed climate change solution? #ClimateChange #ClimateResilience #Sponsorship

?? Calling on all my biochar superfans ?? ?? It’s no secret that I am on #TeamBiochar. And I want the world to know just what an amazing, circular climate solution biochar carbon removal (#BCR) is. ?? But I’m preaching to the choir here. The truth is we need to better understand what people actually think about biochar carbon removal in order to maximise its impact..? ?? That’s why Browning Environmental Communications is conducting a quick, 10-minute anonymous survey for biochar stakeholders. Whether you’re in sustainability at a corporation, in agriculture, government, finance, or simply interested in biochar, your perspective will be incredibly helpful. ?? Survey Link: https://lnkd.in/dU-Jr7WR ?? Big shout out to the International Biochar Initiative and A Healthier Earth for spearheading this effort. ?? Thanks for your time #carbonremoval #biochar

?? Save the Date: Global #Biochar Exchange + Field Day! ?? ?? Event Dates: 22-25 April, 2025 + a field day on 24 April ?? Location: STATION Ai, Aichi, Japan Be part of the first-ever global Japan biochar event, hosted by IBI in partnership with Japan's agri-tech innovator, TOWING Co., Ltd. You'll gain insights from leading biochar producers, researchers, and agricultural experts while building global connections. Open to professionals both in and outside the biochar industry! ?? Early Bird Registration opens in early December. Register your interest now and be the first to know when tickets go live: https://lnkd.in/gdiv6PAz

Biochar Survey: Calling On You! To better understand what people think about biochar, we are conducting a quick survey. Whether you’re in sustainability at a corporation, in agriculture, government, finance, or simply interested in biochar, your perspective will be incredibly helpful! ?? It takes 10 minutes to complete this anonymous survey, and your feedback will directly contribute to our understanding of opportunities for biochar. ?? Survey Link: https://lnkd.in/g-iG8tZf Thank you in advance for helping us deepen our understanding and impact in this area. Feel free to share with others who might be interested! #carbonstandards #IBI #BiocharSurvey #OnlineSurvey #Biochar #ArtisanBiochar #Sustainability #BiocharMarket

?? ???????????? ?????????????? ?????????? ???????? – ?????? ?? ????????????????????! ?? What an inspiring Day 1 at the German Biochar Forum 2024! We had insightful presentations, engaging panels and workshops, as well as interactive barcamp and poster sessions. A huge thanks to all the speakers and moderators for sharing valuable insights. Interesting take-aways: - ?? ???????????????????????????? in Germany are encouraged to use the BISKO standard for carbon accounting rather than the internationally accepted Greenhouse Gas Protocol for cities. So, they can′t even account for any negative emissions outside the LULUCF sector. - ?? Is the ?????????? ???????????????? ???? ?????????????? ?????? ???????????????? getting the 100 Mio Euro ticket which is the magnitude for project finance of big banks and/ or fonds? How could we potentially pool projects to get there? - ?? ???????????????? ???????????? ?????????????? ???????????? ???????????? ???????? ??????????, challenges with rushing BCR integration into the EU ETS, and the latest research on generating credits. Today, we shift our focus: first, exploring biochar’s role in national strategies and global and regional frameworks, then diving into its application at the product level for carbon negative materials, including integration into Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs). ?? ???????? ?????? ???????? ?????? ?? ???????????????????? - Was it the “airbags” for carbon credit buyers,? - the launch of ???????????????? ?????????????????????????? to boost biochar in municipalities, or? - the incredible networking opportunities? Share your thoughts in the comments – let’s keep the conversation going! ??? #GermanBiochar #GermanBiocharForum #IBI #GetTogether #Biochar #CDR #BCR #Sustainability #ClimateAction #CarbonRemoval #NegativeEmissions #GreenTech #ClimateSolutions #NetzwerkPflanzenkohle

?? Unlocking Biochar’s Potential: Over 20 Studies and Counting ?? ?? At Exomad Green, we’ve conducted over 20 biochar studies—many completed and others ongoing—over the past year. Our research explores ?? agriculture, ?? soil health, and biochar’s impact across various ??? climates and ?? soil types, helping us reveal its transformative potential. Through our donation program, where we deliver ??% of our biochar to local farms and communities, we have closely observed and documented its results in real-world conditions. ?? Additionally, we’ve collaborated with specialized institutes to carry out targeted studies, giving us a comprehensive view of biochar’s benefits. ?? Starting soon, we’ll be releasing these insights gradually for free—follow us to stay updated and support our mission of advancing biochar for a sustainable future! ??? Biochar Today US Biochar Initiative Biochar Carbon Credit International Biochar Initiative #Biochar #SustainableAgriculture #SoilHealth #ClimateAction #ExomadGreen #Sustainability #CDR #Agriculture #ClimateChange

?? Biochar Survey: We're Calling On You! To better understand what people think about biochar, we are conducting a quick survey in partnership with many associations across the industry. Whether you’re in sustainability at a corporation, in agriculture, government, finance, or simply interested in biochar, your perspective will be incredibly helpful! ?? It takes 10 minutes to complete this anonymous survey, and your feedback will directly contribute to our understanding of opportunities for biochar. ?? Survey Link: https://lnkd.in/g-iG8tZf Thank you in advance for helping us deepen our understanding and impact in this area. Feel free to share with others who might be interested! #sustainability #biochar #survey #climateaction