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Oregon Biochar Solutions
Oregon Biochar Solutions
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Mega Watts of renewable energy produced from pyrolysisMeets state and federal emissions standards.
Oregon Biochar produces a high-quality, high-carbon, and high surface area biochar (Rogue Biochar) from local forestry biomass available in the US's northwest. The production facility is a carbon-neutral biomass plant located in Jackson County, Oregon. The feedstocks include low-value biomasses recovered from farms and orchards, woody biomass and burnt material from forest fires, as well as secondary and tertiary wood residues from the region.
The biochar has an 83% fixed carbon content, 0.08 H/C and 0.05 O/C molar ratios. It also has a high surface area, which enables it to displace fossil and unsustainably produced activated carbons in applications such as water filtration. About 80% of the production is sold in agriculture where its soil water and nutrient retention and microbial benefits provide farmers with a solution for issues such as low-water availability, drought, nutrient run-off, poor soil, and compaction. About 5% of the production is used in stormwater management applications to prevent nutrient and pollutant runoff to water bodies, while the rest is applied in industrial landfills as a capping agent.
Oregon Biochar’s goal is to draw down carbon, mitigate climate change, decrease water pollution, and regenerate severely degraded lands. This mission cannot be achieved alone.
The biochar has an 83% fixed carbon content, 0.08 H/C and 0.05 O/C molar ratios. It also has a high surface area, which enables it to displace fossil and unsustainably produced activated carbons in applications such as water filtration. About 80% of the production is sold in agriculture where its soil water and nutrient retention and microbial benefits provide farmers with a solution for issues such as low-water availability, drought, nutrient run-off, poor soil, and compaction. About 5% of the production is used in stormwater management applications to prevent nutrient and pollutant runoff to water bodies, while the rest is applied in industrial landfills as a capping agent.
Oregon Biochar’s goal is to draw down carbon, mitigate climate change, decrease water pollution, and regenerate severely degraded lands. This mission cannot be achieved alone.
What is Biochar?
Biochar is a carbon removal method where organic materials like wood or crop waste are heated in a low-oxygen environment to create a stable form of carbon called biochar. This process, known as pyrolysis, turns the carbon into a solid that can be buried in soil. Once in the soil, biochar can trap carbon for hundreds to thousands of years, helping to reduce the amount of CO2 in the atmosphere.
Beyond carbon removal, the biochar process also addresses waste management and enhances soil fertility, leading to improved agricultural productivity.
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has recognised biochar as a viable carbon removal method. Similarly, the European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC) has demonstrated biochar's significant potential in both carbon sequestration and soil health improvement.
Beyond carbon removal, the biochar process also addresses waste management and enhances soil fertility, leading to improved agricultural productivity.
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has recognised biochar as a viable carbon removal method. Similarly, the European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC) has demonstrated biochar's significant potential in both carbon sequestration and soil health improvement.
Research
Role of biochar in carbon sequestration
Biochar in soil sequesters carbon and mitigates greenhouse gases, aiding climate change mitigation.Biochar as a viable carbon sequestration option
Biochar production and soil mixing offer carbon sequestration benefits; biomass and soil availability support viability.Project Certifications and Claims
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Socioeconomic Impact
Oregon Biochar Solutions converts fire hazard biomass, typically burnt in forest fires, into biochar, reducing fire risk and enhancing soil health by improving water and nutrient retention. This is especially beneficial in arid climates and drought-affected areas in the US northwest. The biochar can partially replace peat and fully replace vermiculite in potting soils, reducing the need for external fertilisers. By substituting biochar for unsustainable products like fossil-derived activated carbon and mined fertilisers, the project cuts energy consumption and emissions, while also providing quality employment opportunities in the region.
Environmental Impact
Oregon Biochar Solutions produces Rogue Biochar, a high-carbon product from local forestry biomass in the US northwest. The facility is carbon-neutral and uses low-value biomasses, including wood from forest fires. Rogue Biochar’s high fixed carbon content and surface area allow it to replace unsustainable materials in applications like water filtration. The majority is used in agriculture, improving soil quality and water retention, while reducing the need for external fertilisers. This helps mitigate climate change, reduce water pollution, and regenerate degraded lands.
Senken's Take
Oregon Biochar Solutions offers a valuable addition to any carbon removal portfolio. By converting fire hazard biomass into biochar, the project reduces wildfire risk and enhances soil health, providing tangible benefits for both climate and agriculture.
Supporting this project means investing in a solution that not only sequesters CO2 but also promotes sustainable land use and improves crop yields. With its focus on regenerating degraded lands and reducing reliance on harmful fertilisers, Oregon Biochar is a standout choice for those seeking impactful climate action combined with local benefits.
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