US Biochar Coalition (USBC)

?? Circular Economy Brings Energy and Economic Efficiency Together ?? Don’t miss this enlightening conversation with our CCO, Jason E. Dodier! ?? Click here to read the full interview: https://lnkd.in/dDVvBV3M Key highlights: ?? The transformative potential of #biochar, made from repurposed by-products, to enhance industries such as concrete, water filtration, and agriculture. ?? Challenges such as resistance to change, lack of standardization, and misconceptions about cost-effectiveness. ?? How a circular economy is a powerful tool to address systemic inequalities, especially in areas suffering from environmental degradation. A big thank you to Carlos Roa Viana for capturing this engaging discussion and to the VoLo Foundation?for facilitating such a valuable Q&A session! ??? As Jason says, “Waste is only waste if we discard it (...). Circular economy is inspired by natural cycles. That’s really what the future is about”. --- La entrevista está disponible también en espa?ol ?? https://lnkd.in/d_6i77ea #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #ClimateAction #GreenInnovation

?? This Thanksgiving, we at the US Biochar Coalition are deeply grateful for our community of innovators, advocates, and members dedicated to advancing biochar’s potential. ?? Biochar enriches soil, supports climate resilience, and fosters healthier ecosystems. Together, we’re making a meaningful impact on our planet and future generations. ???? Thank you for your passion and commitment. Wishing you and your loved ones a warm and joyful Thanksgiving! ??? #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Biochar #ClimateAction

?? New study: biochar permanence in real soils CONFIRMED ?? ? In a first of its kind, a peer reviewed study now shows what latest science has been telling us already: inertinite biochar does not decay in soils and represents permanent carbon removal. ?? As many of you know, the durability of biochar carbon removal (#BCR) has been an intense topic of discussion. Groundbreaking analysis by Hamed Sanei and Henrik I. Petersen has already demonstrated that we can measure the exact percentage of so-called inertinite in biochar, representing permanent carbon dioxide removal (#CDR). ?? A common concern, heard among others at the latest CRCF Expert Group meeting, is that we need actual evidence from real soils of how inertinite behaves in real soils. ?? Well, we have just that now, thanks to biochar deposited in a Tuscan wine farm in 2009, unearthed now in 2024, prepared and analysed with modern reflectance rate testing. ?? The punchline: “This analysis clearly shows how the content of inertinite fraction share did not change during the 15 years in which biochar was active in soil, a soil which was subject to conventional farming practices, i.e. tillage, fertilisation, and all the typical farming operations carried out in vineyards. It confirms the permanence of such inertinite fraction under actual agricultural conditions even over long-term cultivation.” ?? How much more evidence do we need? Are we going to continue to rely on short-term incubation experiments which erroneously extrapolate decay from volatile factions for millennia? Or are we finally going to trust compelling evidence that high quality biochars are largely composed of inertinite which does not decay in soils? ?? Well done David Chiaramonti, Giulia Lotti, Francesco Primo Vaccari, and Hamed Sanei for literally getting your hands dirty to prove this important point. ??? Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/dAyZ79hS ?? What is your take? Can we consider the BCR permanence debate settled? ?? If you enjoyed this post and want to stay up to date on all things CDR, make sure to follow me here on LinkedIn (and turn on the ??) and do sign up to my monthly newsletter, the Gigaten: https://lnkd.in/d2BKe7gr

?? Webinar Recap: Building Biochar Markets for Value & Scale ?? Thank you to everyone who joined us for our webinar! It was an incredible session packed with insights and strategies to accelerate biochar projects and unlock new market opportunities. If you missed the live session or want to revisit the discussion, you can watch the recording here ?? https://lnkd.in/dB4yt7WR ?? Highlights: ? Jason E. Dodier, Co-Founder and CCO of Grain, introduced the Knowledge Hub and shared the upgrades to our Equipment Matching Tool. ? Myles Gray, P.E., Executive Director of US Biochar Initiative, shared strategies for expanding biochar markets and highlighted key end-use applications, including soil amendments, construction materials, and filtration. ? Bernardo del Campo, CEO of ARTi, provided practical advice on selecting and optimizing biochar production equipment for scalable operations. A huge thank you to our partners, Myles and Bernie, and their teams for doing an excellent job. And thank you again to everyone who participated! We’re currently answering any remaining Q&A via email—if we haven’t reached you yet, please don’t hesitate to follow up. We don’t want to miss anyone! #biochar #sustainability #biocharmarkets #climatesolutions #carbonremovals

Vulcan Heavy: The Science of Biochar Production At BluSky Carbon, we’re committed to the science behind sustainable carbon removal. Our Vulcan Heavy system leverages the advanced process of pyrolysis to create biochar—a highly effective medium for long-term carbon capture and soil enhancement. Here’s how it works: In pyrolysis, organic biomass is heated at high temperatures in the absence of oxygen. This controlled process thermally decomposes the material, transforming it into biochar while releasing energy-rich byproducts like syngas and bio-oil. Unlike traditional combustion, pyrolysis locks carbon in a stable, solid form, creating a carbon-rich biochar that remains sequestered for hundreds to thousands of years. Why biochar? Research from the International Biochar Initiative and the US Biochar Coalition (USBC) shows that biochar is uniquely positioned as a carbon sink. Its porous structure enhances soil health, improves water retention, and supports microbial life—all while sequestering carbon. This makes biochar a powerful solution not only for carbon capture but also for sustainable agriculture and land restoration. With the Vulcan Heavy, we’re harnessing the power of cutting-edge pyrolysis technology to make biochar production scalable, efficient, and impactful. #TechDeepDive #BiocharScience #CarbonCapture #Pyrolysis #CleanTech #BluSkyCarbon #SustainableInnovation #ClimateSolutions

?? Maybe the best CDR policy were ever seen? ?? ???? Yesterday, the Carbon Dioxide Removal Investment Act (#CDRIA) was introduced to the U.S. Senate by Senator Michael Bennet (D-CO) and Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK). Having analysed it in detail, I am thoroughly impressed. Here is what you need to know: ?? The CDRIA is *bipartisan*, significantly increasing its chances of success. ?? It establishes a new production tax credit (PTC) - the 45BB. PTCs were originally designed for renewable energy production and are a tax benefit based on the volume of production (so $ per quantity). ? It is genuinely tech-neutral. The main criteria is durability of more than 1,000 years, which is in line with the latest science. Further, projects need to provide a net-negative lifecycle assessment. ?? It would create a new tax credit worth $250 per metric ton of CO2 removed (and $110 for point source CDR like BECCS). This would be higher ($180/$85) and broader (not just DACCS/BECCS) than 45Q. Projects will not be able to double dip with 45Q. It is either, or. ?? What about nature-based solutions (#NBS) which would not pass the durability threshold? Look, we need all solutions. And I hear the frustrations by all those who are not included here. Having said that, a PTC is not the right vehicle for NBS. The upcoming Farm Bill in particular, as well as USDA and the US Forest Service, offer a magnitude of ways to promote nature-based carbon removal. ?? I am so excited about this bill. I was just vigorously nodding along as I was reading it. While this doesn’t solve the demand problem CDR faces, it would completely change the unit economics for CDR companies in the U.S., just like 45Q did for DACCS. European policy makers, take note! ?? Huge shout-out to everyone involved. I know some of you have been thinking about this for years (looking at you Giana Amador and Carbon Removal Alliance). Well done! ?? Check out the full bill here - I promise it’s worth the read: https://lnkd.in/dfWbaWtu ?? Note: this bill has been introduced in the Senate only. It still has a long way to go. It will need to be introduced in the House of Representatives (ideally also in a bipartisan way) and then pass both Chambers. Given the priority on the confirmation of Trump and his appointees, progress is unlikely before Q2 2025. If you know more, please share. ? What is your read of this bill and its chances of success? #netzero #carbonremoval #climatepolicy

?? 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

???? The U.S. is still the place to be to work in carbon dioxide removal (#CDR) ?? Ever since CDRjobs started tracking the job market six months ago, we’ve found that over 35% of all global CDR jobs (620 roles) and 37% of all CDR companies (235 companies) are based in the U.S., leading globally by a wide margin. ?? Our 2024 Salary Report also revealed that U.S. professionals earn by far the most at $135,000 per year, much higher (69%) than the median salary for the rest of the world at $80,000.? ?? Opportunities abound: 268+ jobs in CDR in the U.S. are listed on CDRjobs *RIGHT NOW*, spanning everything from technical and consulting roles to operations, policy and strategy roles. Check them out the job board: https://lnkd.in/dMue5jMs ?? Much of the above has been enabled by conducive policy such as the Inflation Reduction Act –? a $370 billion investment with its key goal to reduce carbon emissions by around 40 percent by 2030. How will the CDR industry evolve under Trump? Many questions remain. Make sure to tune into our The CDR Policy Scoop tonight with Eve Tamme and Jason Grillo to find out more: https://lnkd.in/d6wAxpR3 ?? Also want to stay up to date on the rapidly advancing CDR job market? Join almost 2,000 people and subscribe to CDRjobs’ biweekly newsletter, Out of thin AIR, to make sure you never miss the latest insights, resources, job opportunities, and more: https://lnkd.in/gE-h6CiG #CDRjobs #CDR #US #NetZero

It’s been a whirlwind of a month, and I wanted to take a moment to share some key highlights with you. Most notably, we launched our Grain Ecosystem Investor Series, where I’ve had the privilege of moderating impactful sessions with industry leaders. We've explored their strategies and approaches to investing across the capital stack, with a particular focus on biochar, carbon markets, and waste-to-value economic drivers, emphasizing technology, agreements, and execution. You can check out some of the interview sessions here, with more to come over the next few weeks: Grain Ecosystem Investor Series: https://lnkd.in/e4EkcYgB For context, consider the Apollo program of the 1960s, a literal moonshot: it cost roughly 0.5% of U.S. GDP annually over its duration (1961-1972). The total program expense was around 2.5% of U.S. GDP in its peak year, 1969. In contrast, the renowned energy expert Vaclav Smil estimates that the global energy transition could require $100-200 trillion over the next 30 years, The energy transition is the most challenging and expensive project that humanity has ever undertaken. Lastly, don't miss the upcoming webinar, "Building Biochar Markets for Value & Scale." I’ll unveil new features at Grain Ecosystem designed to support biochar developers. Joining me are Bernardo del Campo, CEO of ARTi, on scaling production technologies, and Myles Gray, P.E., Executive Director of USBI, discussing biochar's role in decarbonization and diverse market opportunities with a lens on end use applications. Whether starting or scaling projects, gain insights into equipment optimization, market strategies, and how Grain Ecosystem can help you succeed. Join us on November 20th at 10:30 AM EST for an engaging session: ?? Register for free and be part of the biochar revolution: https://lu.ma/d4yh6kk1 Gwenaelle Avice Huet Joshua Kaufman Alec Kushnir Adam Fraser Myles Gray, P.E. Bernardo del Campo Tom Steyer CDR.fyi US Biochar Initiative US Biochar Initiative International Biochar Initiative Cody Simms Alec Turnbull Eirik Olsen Lucas Joppa Carbon Streaming Corporation Terraset Chris Wedding Schneider Electric EcoAct Matt Rickard Matt Tomich John Doerr David Carlin David Kirkpatrick Wall Street Green Summit Tad Dritz Andrew Beebe Cipher News Cat Clifford Jill Malandrino

?? Looking for a full day of biochar buzz? We've got you covered! Start your Wednesday morning at 10:30 AM with Grain Ecosystem and US Biochar Initiative for an engaging webinar featuring Myles Gray, P.E., Jason E. Dodier, and Bernardo del Campo. They’ll dive into the exciting topic of building biochar markets—a must-attend for anyone passionate about advancing this powerful climate solution. And don’t forget to join our webinar at 12:00 PM right after! We will discuss how the recent election outcomes could shape the biochar industry and the outlook of the 119th Congress and the next President's Administration. Let’s work together to grow the biochar community!! ?? #biochar #sustainability #climatesolutions #webinar