BBI International and BiomassBiomass is a complex biological organic or non-organic solid product derived from living or recently living organism and available naturally. Various types of wastes such as animal manure, waste paper, sludge and many industrial wastes are also treated as biomass because like natural biomass these More Magazine have officially released the agenda for the 19th Annual International Biomass Conference & Expo, scheduled to take place in Nashville, Tennessee, United States. A significant development for the 2026 program is the co-location of the North American Biocarbon Conference, an initiative designed to integrate the biocharBiochar is a carbon-rich material created from biomass decomposition in low-oxygen conditions. It has important applications in environmental remediation, soil improvement, agriculture, carbon sequestration, energy storage, and sustainable materials, promoting efficiency and reducing waste in various contexts while addressing climate change challenges. More and biocarbon value chains into the broader biomass industry. The agenda outlines a comprehensive schedule of technical sessions, keynote presentations, and networking opportunities intended to align carbon-negative technology providers with traditional bioenergy stakeholders.

The primary challenge addressed by this year’s agenda is the historical fragmentation between traditional biomass energy producers and the emerging biocarbon sector. While the biomass industry has long focused on power, heat, and liquid fuels, biochar and biocarbon producers have often operated in a parallel but separate market. This disconnect has limited the ability of producers to scale carbon-removal solutions and has hindered the development of a unified carbon-negative economy. Producers currently face the need to diversify operations and improve margins by finding high-value applications for carbonized biomass.

To resolve this, the organizers have established a co-located experience that features four distinct tracks—including pellets, biogas, and sustainable aviation fuel—while introducing a dedicated focus on biocarbon. This solution involves bringing together biochar innovators, equipment providers, and carbon-removal buyers in a single venue to facilitate cross-sector engagement. By integrating these groups, the conference provides a platform for biocarbon producers to access the same policy, technology, and investment insights that have traditionally supported the larger biomass power and thermal industries.

The anticipated outcomes of this integrated approach include accelerated deployment of biocarbon solutions and a more robust carbon-removal market across North America. By providing dual-track educational programming and a unified expo hall with over 170 exhibitors, the event aims to help project developers and biochar producers identify viable commercial partners. Furthermore, the inclusion of industry awards and a roundtable with association executives is expected to clarify the role of biochar in achieving carbon-neutrality goals within federal policy frameworks.