For World Cities Day, we’re highlighting how biochar can help cities adapt to climate change, store carbon, improve stormwater management, and create greener spaces. 🏙️🌱 Learn more about how #biochar can help cities become more climate resilient and lower emissions from construction and infrastructure. Sources: US Biochar Initiative https://lnkd.in/gQDVaYa3 Biochar Today https://lnkd.in/gstcp7cH Myno Carbon https://lnkd.in/gXW_wwQi TREE Fund https://lnkd.in/gsSnQnD9
International Biochar Initiative
Environmental Services
Norfolk, VA 15,205 followers
The global network for all things biochar.
About us
The International Biochar Initiative (IBI) is a non-profit member organization which provides a platform for fostering stakeholder collaboration, good industry practices, and environmental and ethical standards to support biochar systems that are safe and economically viable.
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External link for International Biochar Initiative
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- Environmental Services
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
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- Norfolk, VA
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- Nonprofit
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- 2008
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- biochar and CDR
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The industry is growing fast, and IBI members get access to top minds across the globe who are making an impact. Bring your coffee (or your favorite cocktail) and join fellow members and staff for an IBI Member Social & Exchange! ☕🍺 📅 November 4, 2025 ⌚ 11am EST | 5pm CEST This 90-minute virtual gathering marks the official launch of IBI’s new online Community of Practice and Member Forum — an online space designed exclusively for members to exchange ideas and questions, share projects, message each other, and make the biochar world a little bit more connected. During the meeting, we will: • Hear an update on IBI from Luisa Marin • Take a first look and guided tour of the Member Hub and new forum features • Share exclusive IBI updates from leadership, including upcoming projects and events • Network, of course! Interactive breakout rooms will match us together to meet each other across time zones and spark collaborations Members can access the registration link on the Member Hub: https://lnkd.in/gbs5T_Bv Not a member and want to gain access? Find a plan that's right for you: https://lnkd.in/g-se-Nj2
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When innovation meets responsibility, good things happen. The Davey Tree Expert Company has turned what used to be waste into a resource that restores soil, reduces emissions, and creates verified carbon removals. Their work shows how urban forestry can lead by example in climate action. This kind of applied #biochar practice is what IBI exists to promote: science-based, measurable, and scalable. Watch their story in this new episode of The Biochar Show and see how biochar is shaping the future of city landscapes. 📺 https://lnkd.in/gT_X8x4w
Oh yeah! Something big is happening in biochar when a global company as trusted as Davey Tree starts turning waste into valuable captured carbon for healthy trees and climate action! In this episode of The Biochar Show, I had an inspirational conversation with Brian Borkowicz and Noah Pechatsko from The Davey Tree Expert Company. Listen in to learn about how their team is literally transforming tree care, from the ground up. What began as a practical business logistics challenge, too much biomass and rising tipping fees, Davey has turned into a long-term circular solution that: 🌳 Saves money by cutting tree planting mortality to under 10% 🚰 Improves water retention and soil structure 🛻 Lowers emissions by reducing hauling, fuel use, & replanting costs 🚜 Generational benefits by restoring carbon safely back into soil 📈 Exemplifies wise corporate governance supporting local jobs! The Davey team now runs a continuous-feed biochar pyrolysis system, performs on-going biochar trails (tree, turf, shrub, gardens), trains team leaders and filed techs in biochar practices at their innovative Davey Institute, and is preparing verified carbon removals (aka Carbon Credits) through Puro.earth, all while keeping the focus on ethical, measurable impact. This is how urban forestry and commitment to soil health becomes profitable climate work. This is circularity you can touch, and a reminder that regeneration at every scale, commercial - municipal - residential, starts with our greatest asset, soil. 📺 Watch the full conversation on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gT_X8x4w 📣 Listen to it on all major podcast platforms. When you are ready to add biochar into your arboriculture and turf practices, you can trust my company, GoBiochar! Bulk Biochar Supply, to provide qualified biochars throughout North America. We also offer consulting and on-site services. Continue the conversation by connecting in the comments below. All questions welcome. A special "Thank you" to Biochar Today for their support in growing the biochar industry through this podcast. Want to be a guest or sponsor of the podcast? Reach out to me to learn more. #soilhealth #urbanforestry #soilcarbon #arboriculture #treehealth #regeneration #circulareconomy #decarbonization #biochar
Brian Borkowicz & Noah Pechatsko: Biochar Innovation and the Future of Tree Care
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Thanks to everyone for joining HAMERKOP Climate Impacts expert Michael Tye earlier this month as we released the updated Manual for Biochar Carbon Removal! ⭐ We hope you can navigate the carbon markets with more confidence. Didn’t get to attend the launch webinar? Here are some key features of the new Manual: • Includes the isometric standard • Provides updated information on costs and eligibility conditions • Features a new section on the Future of Biochar which discusses dMRV and how permanence is considered • Contains other sections like the Variables of Biochar Production and Guide to Selecting the Right Methodology for Your Project Find the download link for the Manual for the comments! 👇 Hoping to watch the webinar recording? Join IBI as a member to get access! You can find a plan that’s right for you: https://lnkd.in/giWpfzSH
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Ciao, biochar community! 👋 We’re delighted to share that Valeria Araico is presenting this week at the 9th Italian Biochar School with ichar 🇮🇹 The Italian Biochar School brings together researchers, practitioners, and innovators from around the world to explore biochar’s role in soil health, carbon management, and the circular bioeconomy. Valeria will present on IBI's perspective of biochar opportunities and threats on the international level, alongside fellow speakers Harald Bier, James Doten, Silvia Baronti, and Leopold Steinbeis. Plus, Board Chair Lucia Brusegan is delivering the keynote on "Closing the loop with biochars: production, pathways, and potential". Will we see you there? Let us know, and schedule a time to connect! 👇
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How do you design biochar projects that buyers will trust (and pay for)? 🚨 With methodologies being rewritten, certification rules evolving, and buyers demanding higher quality, it’s hard to keep up with the rules of the game. 📈 We worked with the brilliant team at International Biochar Initiative to update the Manual for Biochar Carbon Removal to keep you on the frontlines of this technology and its pathways to market. This update reflects today’s reality and tomorrow’s expectations. 👀 Check out these slides for a sneak peek and head to the 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 to access the FREE guide! 👇 PLUS… International Biochar Initiative (IBI), State of Carbon Dioxide Removal, and US Biochar Initiative (USBI), are working to deliver the most comprehensive snapshot of the global biochar industry to date… 🗣️ Whether you’re a producer, supplier, developer, investor, or end user — your input matters. Your insights will help benchmark market performance, identify growth opportunities, and strengthen data for the entire carbon removal ecosystem. 🕐 Takes just 10–15 minutes 🎁 Prizes include a $250 gift card + IBI Membership Contribute your voice through their 2025 Global Biochar Market Survey [Link in the comments]
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Calling all biochar project developers! 🌱 IBI member Supercritical is seeking exceptional projects to join their winter cohort and help meet growing corporate offtake demand. If your team has sustainable feedstock, proven pyrolysis technology, and the ambition to scale, this is a valuable opportunity to take your project to the next level. Places are limited — apply by October 31! ⏱️ https://tally.so/r/318GD4
𝘼𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙗𝙞𝙤𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙧 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙟𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙙𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙡𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙨: We’re looking to partner with a select group of exceptional projects to service major corporate offtakes. Apply by 31st October to be considered for our winter cohort. The biochar market is at an inflection point. Corporate buyers are ready to commit at scale, but high-quality supply remains scarce. To meet demand, we’re moving further upstream, supporting promising early-stage projects to reach the standards required. To unlock the next phase of growth, buyers need projects that not only promise quality but also prove it. That means scalable sites, reliable feedstock, robust technology, and transparent practices. We’re looking for projects with: ✅ Sustainable, traceable feedstock ✅ Strong teams and proven pyrolysis technology ✅ The ambition to scale with a small number of centralized sites Selected projects will receive dedicated support from the Supercritical team: project development expertise, contract negotiation, buyer introductions, and rigorous climate science, so you can focus on operationalizing your site. Places are extremely limited. If your project sounds like a good fit, apply by 31st October. The form should take just 10–15 minutes to complete. Link in the comments.
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Recognizing the biochar industry’s transformation over the last five years, Puro.earth has updated their framework to be more rigorous and forward-thinking in the 2025 Edition of the Puro.earth Biochar Methodology. 💻 Join us for an informative webinar on October 28th where lead author Elias Azzi will: • Trace the evolution of biochar methodologies and the update process • Present the most important innovations in the 2025 methodology for project developers • Highlight known areas for refinement and upcoming minor updates to ensure continued robustness, with the support of a wide ecosystem actors Claim your spot 👉 https://shorturl.at/mIq7a
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The 2nd Global Biochar Market Survey, hosted in partnership with IBI, US Biochar Initiative, and State of Carbon Dioxide Removal, is actively taking submissions — and we want to hear from you! With your help, we’re going to build the most comprehensive snapshot into biochar’s size, scale, and future growth for the global industry, policymakers, and investors. Your input on the survey helps: ✔️ Benchmark global biochar market size, scale, and growth potential ✔️ Segment end-use markets across regions ✔️ Create cost models at multiple production scales ✔️ Identify key drivers & barriers for industry growth The details: 🕒 takes ~10 minutes to complete 🔒 Anonymous & GDPR-compliant 📅 Open until Nov 12 Plus, respondents are entered to win: • One $250 USD digital gift card (via Giftbit) • One Professional Membership with IBI Share your insights 👉 http://bit.ly/3J1yYI6
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Congratulations to this year’s US Biochar Initiative #NABC25 Award winners! Thank you for driving #biochar innovation and for your contributions to this growing industry. 🌟
🎉 Announcing the 2025 North American Biochar Conference Award Winners! We’re thrilled to shine a spotlight on the trailblazers in the biochar industry. These outstanding individuals have pushed boundaries through research, vision, climate leadership, and mentorship. It was a joy to acknowledge these individuals on stage at the conference, but we’d love to share their great work with our online community. Please join us in celebrating and congratulating: 🌟Tom Miles Visionary Award Bernardo del Campo, CEO of ARTi Recognizing an exemplary leader whose vision and impact have significantly advanced the biochar industry 🌟Climate Impact Award Thomas Trabold, President and CEO of Cinterest, Rochester Institute of Technology Recognizing measurable positive impact on climate mitigation via biochar 🌟The Larson Founders Award for Students Amzy Vallenas, Biochar Researcher, The University of British Columbia Recognizing a full-time student contributing to soil, climate, material science or related fields. Amzy also won Best Poster presentation during the NABC Student Poster Presentation! 🌟NEW: Research Excellence Award Daniel Mulqueen, Sr. Engineer Santee Cooper Honoring someone whose research has made major contributions to advancing biochar science Congratulations, and thanks for all of your contributions to advancing biochar!