What is Biochar?
Biochar is created by heating biomass (such as agricultural waste) in a low-oxygen environment.
This process stabilizes carbon into a solid form instead of releasing it into the atmosphere.
Soil & Water Benefits
Biochar improves soil quality by:
-Increasing water retention capacity
-Enhancing nutrient availability
-Supporting microbial activity
-Reducing need for chemical fertilizers
This makes biochar unique as it delivers both climate and agricultural value.
Why Biochar is Important
-Permanent carbon storage with low reversal risk
-Scientifically measurable and verifiable
-Converts waste into long-term value
Supports regenerative agriculture
Carbon Sequestration (Permanent Removal)
Biochar stores cabon in a stable form for hundreds of years, making it one of the most durable carbon removal methods available. Unlike many offsets, this is true removal, not avoidance.
What are Biochar Carbon Credits?
-Biochar carbon credits represent the permanent removal of CO2 from the atmosphere through conversion of biomass into stable carbon. This carbon is stored safely in solid form for hundreds to thousands of years.
Why Biochar is important
-One of the most durable and scientifically validated carbon removal methods. Low risk of reversal compared to forestry-based credits. Additional benefits include soil regeneration and waste reduction.
Biochar Carbon Credits
Market Trend
-Demand for high-integrity removal credits is increasing globally
-A large portion of future supply is already contracted years in advance
-Prices are rising as supply remains limited
Market Behavior
-Some buyers use credits immediately for compliance and ESG goals
-Others hold credits as long-term assets anticipating price appreciation
Premium Differentiation
-High-quality biochar credits – particularly insured and verified command a premium in the market
-Insurance and transparency are not standard across all carbon credits
Insurance and Structural Distinction
AXA Insurance Coverage
- Blockchain-secured settlement
- Institutional-grade transparency
- Not standard across the market
- The carbon is validated and insured as carbon and it is insured for the life of the carbon as long as it is utilized in a way that it is non-combusted (ex in soil, remediation, farms, building materials, etc)
