Photo of Biochar in Use
Photo of Biochar in Use

Biochar Commercialization

Successful commercialization of biochar systems will take many different pathways depending on desired outcomes, local conditions and national and international policies. Although a nascent industry, biochar is growing quickly. IBI conducted a survey in early 2011 asking our members the perceived value of a biochar marketplace. Click here for the results.

The table below illustrates a number of different biochar system pathways and identifies some of the opportunities and obstacles that will impact commercialization.

Biochar Pathways for Different Environments