North American Biochar Conference to address industry maturity beyond carbon offsets

The upcoming North American Biochar Conference, hosted by the American Biochar Institute and U.S. Biochar Coalition, will focus on transitioning the biochar sector beyond its reliance on carbon credit markets. For over 15 years, the industry's growth has been closely tied to carbon accounting and offset registries. However, the conference aims to address market fragmentation, inconsistent product quality, and the need for robust industrial standards, moving away from a singular focus on carbon credits as the primary financial instrument. This shift seeks to ensure long-term sustainability and address growing scrutiny over potential greenwashing in biochar projects.

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