​ Biochar and Climate Goals –
Why Emission Reductions Are No Longer Enough




​ The world is facing a climate emergency. The Paris Agreement, signed in 2015, set a goal to limit global warming to well below 2°C, preferably 1.5°C, compared to pre-industrial levels. However, despite years of climate policies and action, we are already on track to exceed these limits. As of January 2025, global temperatures had risen by approximately 1.7°C, pushing us closer to critical tipping points where climate change becomes increasingly difficult to manage.

​ So far, climate policies have focused primarily on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, especially by phasing out fossil fuels. While this remains essential, research now shows that cutting emissions alone is no longer sufficient. To avoid catastrophic climate change, we must not only stop emitting CO₂—we must actively remove it from the atmosphere.


Biochar as Part of the Solution ​

This is where biochar plays a crucial role in climate strategy. By converting biomass into stable carbon and storing it in the soil, biochar helps: ​

  • ​ Permanently remove CO₂ from the atmosphere by locking carbon in a durable form instead of letting it return to the air.
  • ​ Break the natural carbon cycle, where plants absorb CO₂ but release it back when they decay—biochar keeps the carbon in the soil instead of allowing it to re-enter the atmosphere.
  • ​ Combine carbon sequestration with other climate benefits, such as improving soil fertility and increasing water retention.

​ Carbon Removal –
A Critical Necessity

​ According to the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), massive efforts are needed to reduce atmospheric CO₂ levels to keep temperature rise below dangerous thresholds. Biochar is one of the few natural solutions capable of delivering negative emissions at scale.

​ Other carbon removal technologies, such as Direct Air Capture and Carbon Storage (DACCS), are technically viable but energy-intensive and expensive. In contrast, biochar can be produced from sustainable forestry, agriculture, or waste from food production, making it a cost-effective and immediately available method.


The Future of Climate Action ​

​ To meet the Paris Agreement goals and prevent the worst impacts of climate change, we must go beyond emission reductions. The future of climate action depends on combining emission cuts with large-scale carbon removal solutions. Biochar can be a key player in this effort, creating a sustainable carbon sink while enhancing soil health and food production.

Investing in Biochar –
A Climate Solution for the Planet
Supporting biochar is not just a solution for agriculture—it is a critical action for securing the future of our planet.