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Environmental Services
Portland, OR 5,885 followers
"Promoting the Sustainable Production and Use of Biochar for Carbon Removal Since 2009" Join us at biochar.org
About us
Building the Future from the Ground Up!! US Biochar Initiative is a not-for-profit organization promoting the sustainable production and use of biochar through research, policy, technology and implementation! Biochars are fine-grained, highly porous charcoals that help soils retain nutrients and water. Biochar saves water. Biochar reduces dependency on chemical inputs. Biochar is an investment, not a cost. Biochar is decarbonizes the built environment and heavy industry. Biochar carbon can be used in construction, as filler, as pigment, as building element to reduce embodied carbon in everyday items. We can utilize above ground resources to solve many of our carbon removal and carbon management concerns. USBI hosts meetings, conferences and workshops to discover practical uses of biochar in North America. Recent projects include: market studies; education materials; networking; demonstration projects; and coordination with sectors interested in research, production, and use of biochar including agriculture, forestry and wood product, biomass energy, organics recycling, building products and ecosystem services. USBI is a partner with the International Biochar Initiative and collaborates with other biochar organizations around the world. USBI is managed by a group of volunteers representing every aspect of biochar production and use. Join USBI at our next North American Biochar Conference, September 2025, in Minneapolis, MN. USA
Industry
Environmental Services
Company size
2-10 employees
Headquarters
Portland, OR
Type
Nonprofit
Founded
2009
Specialties
soil, soil amendments, thermal conversion of biomass, nutrient management, water and wastewater treatment, biochar, carbon markets, PyCCS, Pyrolysis, carbon capture, regenerative agriculture, crop nutrition, odor management, fertilizer, viticulture, bioenergy, soil carbon, carbon materials, bio-oil, wood vinegar, Code 336, Conservation Stewardship Program, Gasification, Wood boilers, combined heat and biochar, carbon standards, carbon offsets, carbon accounting, carbon removal, CDR, carbon removal obligations, carbon sequestration, water holding capacity, scaling biochar, decarbonize heavy industry, nature based climate solution, soil remediation, Inflation Reduction Act, biochar application, and biochar innoculation
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- Excellent video by EBI Biochar Consortium about biochar and PFAS (forever chemicals). This is the first of three videos on the topic. PFAS contamination is a critical and growing environmental challenge, affecting water quality and public health worldwide. The burgeoning biochar technology ecosystem offers a promising solution, leveraging its unique properties immobilize PFAS compounds and biochar productions processes to destroy contaminants in feedstocks. Why biochar treatment for PFAS remediation is important: 🔬 Highly Effective Adsorption: Biochar’s porous structure and surface chemistry make it highly effective at capturing PFAS molecules, reducing their mobility in water and soil systems. ♻️ Sustainable Solution: In many cases, PFAS filtration biochar is made from sewage sludge! Yes, sludge has enough embodied energy in it to fuel it's own processing to create beneficial biochar. This results in a low-impact, eco-friendly alternative to synthetic adsorbents, aligning with circular economy principles. ↗️ Scalable Technology: Biochar can be deployed at various scales, from small community water systems to large industrial remediation projects, offering flexibility for diverse needs. With a growing number of manufacturers bringing systems to market to help meet demand. 💰 Cost-Effective Option: Compared to traditional PFAS treatment methods, biochar production and application can be more affordable. We will be sure to watch for and share updates on this EBI series. What are your thoughts on how we can win this challenge?#pfas #foreverchemicals #biochar #wastemanagement #pyrolysis #biocharfiltration https://lnkd.in/dAK5UdjP
Asking Scientists: PFAS -Understanding the Forever Chemicals - Part 1
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- 🌱 Ready to deepen your knowledge of #biochar? Explore our Online Learning Center — a collection of resources designed for learners at all levels. Whether you're an arborist, landscaper, engineer, farmer, or researcher, you'll find valuable insights from experts in biochar science and application. This is the place to explore biochar's potential to transform soils, support sustainability, and drive #climatechange solutions. Access now: https://lnkd.in/gq9xTsHdA sample of some of the resources you’ll find: 📃 Fact Sheet: Interpreting Biochar Lab Reports 📃 Fact Sheet: USDA NRCS Biochar Funding for US Producers 🖥 Presentation: Biochar Production Technologies Overview
Welcome to the Biochar Learning Center! biochar-us.org - Chartalk webinar tomorrow 11/15 - "Practical Guide to Carbon Credit Certification with MNBI and CarbonPilot" This session presented by Tristan Springer is designed for both current and prospective biochar project developers seeking practical guidance on monetizing their biochar projects via the carbon market. The discussion will cover the steps involved in starting a biochar project—from selecting biomass, equipment, and sites, to creating project design documentation and life cycle assessments (LCAs). The session will also outline pathways to carbon credit certification and explain the differences between insetting and offsetting sales opportunities for commercializing biochar projects. The Minnesota Biochar Initiative's monthly CharTalk series, hosted by James Doten, brings you engaging speakers to keep up with the rapidly evolving biochar space.#carboncredits #carbonmarkets #biocharcredits #BCR https://lnkd.in/gPBxTDFi
Join us this Friday for November's MNBI CharTalk! "A Practical Guide to Carbon Credit Certification, Monitoring, and Sales with Tristan Springer” The Minnesota Biochar Initiative's monthly CharTalk series brings you engaging speakers to keep up with the rapidly evolving biochar space.
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Access this content and more in the LinkedIn app - Less than 1 week until the #GermanBiocharForum! 🇩🇪 Join us at this in-person and online event, hosted by German Biochar e.V. (Fachverband Pflanzenkohle e.V.) and International Biochar Initiative this November 18–19! USBI Executive Director Myles Gray will speak during the virtual program on November 18 in an online exclusive session, titled "Addressing the Challenges of Biochar Analysis and Standardization", alongside many global #biochar experts in the program. 🖥 🌐 Facilitated in English, the program will provide many opportunities for learning and networking! We'll see you there. Save your spot: https://lnkd.in/dru-KqhU
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Access this content and more in the LinkedIn app - Biochar Survey: Calling On You! 📣 To better understand what people think about #biochar, we are conducting a quick survey. Whether you’re in #sustainability at a corporation, in #agriculture, government, finance, or simply interested in biochar, your perspective will be incredibly helpful! 📋 Share Your Thoughts: https://lnkd.in/g-iG8tZf🕒 It takes 10 minutes to complete this anonymous survey, and your feedback will directly contribute to many partners in the industry who are interested in understanding opportunities for biochar. Thanks in advance for your help. Feel free to share with others who might be interested
#biochar #survey #climateaction
Biochar Perception Study docs.google.com - US Biochar Initiative reposted this
📢 Join us for an exclusive #webinar on Building Biochar Markets for Value & Scale! 🗓 November 20 🕥 10:30 AM EST 🔗 Sign up for free: https://lu.ma/d4yh6kk1What You’ll Learn: ✨ How to leverage our newly released Knowledge Hub for essential resources supporting biochar project growth. ✨ An overview of our enhanced Equipment Matching Tool, designed to help developers choose the ideal equipment for their specific needs. ✨ Key strategies from Myles Gray, P.E. (US Biochar Initiative) to grow end-use biochar markets, including soil amendments, biochar-enhanced fertilizers, growing media, filtration, and concrete—driving financial and environmental benefits. Stay tuned for the final speaker lineup#sustainability #biocharprojects #climatetech
- Friday webinar: Practical Opportunities to Use Biochar in Composting. Join us tomorrow for a deep dive into the science and implementation of biochar in compost. Presentation followed by Q&A. #biochar #compost #soilcarbon #regenerativeagriculture
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Please join us Friday, November 8, 2024, at 12:30 pm ET for the fifth in a series of Practical Biochar Implementation webinars on biochar use in agriculture. Our speakers will be Dr. Doug Collins (Extension Specialist and Soil Scientist, Washington State University Extension) and Jordan Lauch (Director of Development, Rexius) who will be speaking about the use of biochar in composting. The webinar will include a presentation and a Q&A session, so come prepared with questions! ✏️ Register for the free webinar: https://bit.ly/48t7KlR.#biochar #composting US Biochar Initiative
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Access this content and more in the LinkedIn app - This is a fantastic opportunity for biochar producers incorporating biochar and/or biochar education into fertilizers in California. This grant includes funding for "Outreach, Education, and Demonstration" as well as "Research and Demonstration." Applicants can be from outside California but all activities must be conducted in the state. USBI is committed to new market development. Opportunities like this California grant can help our industry move the needle forward in meaningful ways. To learn more about biochar visit our website. To get directly involved please connect with us to find out about having your organization be recognized for funding our many programs and initiatives. You can also find a donation link on the USBI home page. https://lnkd.in/gGuWu7c4
Fertilizer Research and Education Program cdfa.ca.gov