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"Microbial technologies can go a long way in helping us achieve the #SDGs” – @Laura van Galen From clean energy to recycling – on our blog, we highlighted the versatile ways #microbes can be used to facilitate a more #sustainable future and explain why this matters for #globalpolicies: https://lnkd.in/ef8Zg83r #ActonSDGs #GenerationRestoration

S4S Technologies exemplifies how combining regenerative agriculture and clean energy can benefit people and the planet. A 2023 The Earthshot Prize winner, their solar-powered produce dryers reduce waste and boost incomes for women farmers in India. We're proud to count S4S Technologies among our investees leading in regenerative agriculture and renewable energy. Many companies aim to follow S4S's success. However, to address poverty and climate change, they need more support from policymakers, investors, and the global community. Simon O'Connell, CEO of SNV, and I discuss this challenge in our latest Economist Impact article. Read more about S4S and the potential of renewable energy in regenerative agriculture: https://bit.ly/4eZa0V8

let's talk about biochar and vision 2050✍️🏞️🏞️🌧️ In the vision for achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, biochar plays a crucial role as a carbon-negative technology. By converting biomass into a stable form of carbon and incorporating it into soil, biochar effectively removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and stores it for long periods. This not only helps to mitigate climate change by reducing greenhouse gas concentrations but also enhances soil health and fertility. Additionally, biochar offers environmental benefits such as remediation of contaminated soils and reduction of nutrient runoff into water bodies. As we strive to transition to a more sustainable future, biochar presents a scalable and cost-effective solution that aligns with the goals of both climate action and environmental conservation. By integrating biochar technology into agricultural practices and land management strategies, we can make significant strides towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 while simultaneously safeguarding our environment for future generations..... biochar the future 💪🏞️🌧️

Congratulations to the 2024 Ocean Exchange Award winners for their groundbreaking innovations! 2024 Neptune Awards  Oyster Heaven, led by George Birch, Founder and Business Lead, operates out of Rotterdam, Netherlands. The company spearheads the natural capital movement by generating revenue through ecosystem services.  Phoenix Waste Solutions, co-founded by Yuen-Li Chan, COO, is based in Louisiana, USA. The company has pioneered a groundbreaking micro waste-to-energy technology that is both clean and efficient.  2024 Wallenius Wilhelmsen Orcelle® Award  CarbonBridge, founded by Manu Pillai, Co-Founder and CEO, is headquartered in New Jersey, USA. The company specializes in producing economical and sustainable green methanol.  Collegiate Award Winners : 2024 Guy Harvey Foundation Collegiate Award Ceretune LLC, founded by Reid Barnett, CEO and student at Wilson College in North Carolina, USA, offers an innovative solution for addressing ocean phosphorus and nitrogen pollution. Using a biodegradable, self-floating fabric, the company enables plants to grow directly on water, converting excess nutrients into biomass.  2024 Ocean Exchange Collegiate Award PhyCo Technologies, co-founded by Ranah Chavoshi, CEO and student at Simon Fraser University in British Columbia, Canada, focuses on sustainable seaweed farming and the creation of compostable plastics. The company collaborates with Indigenous Nations to drive marine biotechnology innovation.  Read more: https://lnkd.in/dBytb_UE #OceanExchange #Awards #Sustainability #OceanTech #Ocean

🔥 Riberalta Expansion: Doubling Our Biochar Production & Carbon Removal Efforts by 2025! 🌍 Exciting news from Exomad Green! 🚀 Our Riberalta biochar facility, operational and certified since late 2024, is already making a massive impact—sequestering 60,000 tonnes of CO₂ per year with three production lines. But we’re just getting started! By mid 2025, we aim to double production to six lines, increasing our capacity to sequestering 120,000 tonnes of CO₂ per year. Meanwhile, our Concepción facility is also expanding, reinforcing our mission to scale high-quality carbon removal and further the adoption of biochar as a key climate solution. 🌱 We believe in biochar’s incredible potential—not just for permanent carbon sequestration, but also for its ability to enhance soil health and contribute to sustainable agriculture. As biochar continues to gain recognition as a powerful tool for carbon removal, we are committed to leading the way in large-scale production and proving its long-term impact. 🌱 Both Riberalta and Concepción are expanding, strengthening our commitment to climate action, soil restoration, and sustainable biochar solutions. As we scale up production in both facilities, we are taking bold steps toward advancing large-scale, permanent carbon sequestration and maximizing our impact on a sustainable future. Stay tuned as we continue pushing boundaries and setting new standards for sustainability! ♻️🔥 CDR.fyi ESG Today Carbon Herald #ExomadGreen #CarbonRemoval #Biochar #CDR #ClimateAction #Sustainability #SoilHealth

Living Carbon is fast-tracking trees for the planet’s future. 🌲 The company’s enhanced photosynthesis trait allows trees to grow faster and accumulate about 53% more biomass, leading to greater carbon sequestration and longer-lasting wood products. We’re thrilled to support Maddie Hall, Patrick Mellor, and the entire team at Living Carbon for many reasons.  👩🔬 Product Innovation: Prioritizing product innovation over practice changes (e.g., no-till farming) simplifies the adoption of nature-based solutions for farmers. 🌱 Land Restoration: In the US, 1.6 million acres of degraded land can benefit from Living Carbon's trees, which proliferate, tolerate heavy metals, and help restore ecosystems. 📈 VCM: Living Carbon supports a robust Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) by generating diverse income streams (e.g., timber) and benchmarking its trees against others to ensure high-quality credits. 🌳 Scalability: Tree enhancement is scalable due to existing planting infrastructure. Living Carbon focuses on the Poplar tree, leveraging its well-known genetics to optimize carbon removal processes. Take a tour through the Living Carbon greenhouse below!

🌟 A game-changer for biochar 🌟 🌍 Denmark, home to the SEAFAIRER coordination at DTU - Technical University of Denmark University of Denmark, has recently published a new #pyrolysis work program and strategy to accelerate #biochar carbon removal – which includes the expected deployment of 10 billion DKK in grants and subsidies.   What's the connection with SEAFAIRER and why is it significant?    ✅ Biochar is one of the project's key outputs ✅ Biochar acts as a carbon sink, also crucial for achieving climate targets in maritime transport ✅ It has vast agricultural and industrial applications and fosters a circular economy ✅ Denmark's proactive approach enhances the potential impact of SEAFAIRER on maritime shipping   🌊🌱 By combining SEAFAIRER’s approach with Denmark’s forward-looking “Strategi og arbejdsprogram for pyrolyse”, we unlock the full potential of biochar creating a cleaner and greener future!   🌍⚓️ Bigger strides in sustainable maritime transport are on the horizon with the SEAFAIRER project – stay tuned.   #SustainableShipping #Biofuels #Decarbonisation

🌿 Harnessing Soil Carbon for Net-Zero: Key Insights from Agreena's Webinar Last week, Agreena hosted a webinar on the role of nature-based solutions, particularly soil carbon, in achieving corporate net-zero goals. Moderated by Archana Veerabahu, the session explored how advancements in MRV and robust methodologies have made soil carbon a scalable carbon removal solution with numerous environmental and social benefits. Here are some of the key insights: 🔹 Zsolt Lengyel, Carbon Markets Expert, highlighted the urgency of finding scalable carbon removal solutions due to the limited global carbon budget. He emphasized soil carbon as a proven, accessible method for carbon removal as it is not only cost-effective but offers multiple co-benefits like improved soil health, ecosystem resilience, and others. Zsolt also stressed the importance of regulations to create sustained demand for carbon markets as we face the challenge of removing gigatons of CO2. 🔹 Karolina Kenney, Senior Standards Specialist discussed Agreena’s role in mobilizing farmers towards regenerative agriculture and offering pathways to support the transition. Agreena provides credible primary data for Scope 3 accounting and reporting using advanced MRV solutions, backed by field visits and cross-checking with remote sensing to ensure precision in carbon quantification. 🔹 Jonas Maltha, Head of Commercial Development at Agreena, explained how companies in the Forest, Land Use, and Agriculture (FLAG) sector, particularly in food and agriculture, must engage farmers to decarbonize their Scope 3 emissions. This can be achieved directly by implementing regenerative practices with farmers or via insetting by investing in interventions that reduce carbon within the value chain. Jonas also highlighted the role of the financial sector (e.g., banks, insurers) in supporting sustainable practices through products like green loans. Farm data is crucial for scaling these efforts, enabling companies to obtain accurate emissions data and allowing governments to establish outcome-based regulatory processes. Watch the full webinar to gain deeper insights into how soil carbon can drive net-zero goals, the importance of robust MRV, and the role of agriculture in the carbon market here: https://lnkd.in/g-QdAv_B #NetZero #SoilCarbon #Decarbonization #CarbonMarkets

🚀 Thrilled to share that I’ll be attending the German Biochar e.V. (German Biochar Association) event this year! Biochar is more than just a soil enhancer—it’s a game-changer 💡 for climate mitigation. Its versatility as a 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝗼𝘅𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗮𝗹 (𝗖𝗗𝗥) method, combined with its applications in enhancing soil fertility, improving water retention, and even reducing 𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 in industrial materials like concrete, makes it essential for anyone invested in sustainability. With the biochar market set to soar 📈to $6.3 billion by 2033, the potential of this "𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗴𝗼𝗹𝗱" to revolutionize agriculture 🌱 and climate action is undeniable. We’re especially excited about opportunities in 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀, where biochar is uniquely positioned to tackle critical agricultural and environmental challenges. From Thailand 🇹🇭 to Ethiopia 🇪🇹, Planet2050 is poised to bring technology and innovation to the forefront, unlocking biochar’s transformative power on a global scale. Looking forward to connecting with innovators, thought leaders, and anyone eager to collaborate in building a sustainable future. If you’re interested, 𝗹𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁!  🤝 For those looking to dive deeper into the subject, I highly recommend the article 📖 : Yadav, R.; Ramakrishna, W. Biochar as an Environment-Friendly Alternative for Multiple Applications. Sustainability 2023, 15, 13421. https://lnkd.in/eWhnWvph #Biochar #Sustainability #CarbonRemoval #ClimateAction #Innovation

Please come and meet Oneza Zaim next week 18-19.11 in Berlin at the German Biochar Forum from German Biochar e.V. (German Biochar Association) At Planet2050 we believe in the power of pyrolysis-based technologies as one of the most efficient decarbonization solutions for agriculture, material and construction industries, as well as a great way to permanently remove carbon from the atmosphere, thereby offering a solution through CDR Credits for Net-Zero companies to neutralite their residual emissions. #netzero #biochar #carbonmarkets #planet2050