CapChar has officially launched the public consultation for its 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 Carbon Code, a comprehensive methodology for quantifying biochar carbon sequestration in the UK. This initiative is designed to provide end-to-end support for farmers and stakeholders, facilitating a robust local carbon economy through biochar-based solutions.

Key Features of the Biochar Carbon Code:

• UK-Focused: Tailored to the UK’s agricultural and environmental context, fostering a circular carbon economy.
• 80% Permanence: Supported by rigorous scientific research, the methodology guarantees 80% carbon permanence over 100 years.
• Heterogeneous FeedstockFeedstock refers to the raw organic material used to produce biochar. This can include a wide range of materials, such as wood chips, agricultural residues, and animal manure. More Compatibility: Designed to work with diverse feedstocks common in UK agriculture.
• Integrated Technology: Combines pyrolysisPyrolysis is a thermochemical process that converts waste biomass into bio-char, bio-oil, and pyro-gas. It offers significant advantages in waste valorization, turning low-value materials into economically valuable resources. Its versatility allows for tailored products based on operational conditions, presenting itself as a cost-effective and efficient More systems with digital MRV (monitoring, reporting, and verification) platforms for seamless implementation.
• Rigorous Sampling: Monthly testing ensures accurate organic carbon content analysis for carbon unit certification.

The code provides a pathway to issue Biochar Carbon Units (BCUs), quantifying biochar carbon sequestration in carbon dioxide equivalents. This effort aims to standardize practices and encourage biochar’s role in meeting climate goals.

The consultation is open until 5 pm BST, 15th February 2025. Stakeholders and interested parties are encouraged to review the code and provide feedback to refine this benchmark for biochar carbon sequestration.

For more details and to contribute your comments, visit: https://capchar.com/biochar-carbon-code/