Climefi, a Finland-based carbon removal marketplace, recently announced its largest procurement round to date, targeting 85,000 tonnes of biochar-based carbon dioxide removal (CDR) credits. This initiative represents a significant move to consolidate demand within the voluntary carbon market. By organizing a large-scale purchase, the company aims to bridge the gap between institutional buyers and high-capacity 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 producers globally. The round focuses on streamlining the acquisition of high-quality, durable carbon removals to meet corporate sustainability targets through a centralized, transparent framework.

The primary challenge addressed by this procurement round is the lack of liquidity and long-term price certainty for biochar producers. Small to medium-scale operations often struggle with the fragmented nature of the carbon markets, where transaction costs for individual deals are high and demand remains unpredictable. For buyers, the difficulty lies in sourcing large volumes of credits that meet rigorous verification standards without navigating numerous disparate suppliers. This market disconnect hampers the capital investments necessary for scaling biochar production infrastructure and slows the deployment of carbon removal technology.

Climefi’s solution involves a structured, competitive procurement process that aggregates demand into a single, massive round. By centralizing the request for 85,000 tonnes, Climefi creates a reliable off-take signal for the industry. The company utilizes a rigorous vetting process to ensure that all participating biochar projects adhere to recognized methodologies, such as Puro.earth or similar standards. This centralized model reduces administrative burdens for both parties and provides a clear framework for pricing and delivery schedules over multi-year periods, offering the stability required for industrial growth.

The outcome of this initiative is the successful allocation of significant capital toward the biochar sector, facilitating the removal of 85,000 tonnes of CO2. Producers participating in the round gain the financial stability required to secure debt financing and expand their facilities. For the broader market, the procurement round establishes a benchmark for large-scale CDR transactions, demonstrating that biochar is a mature technology capable of delivering industrial-level climate impact. It also enhances market transparency by standardizing contract terms and quality expectations across different regions.