• Biochar is a key solution for mitigating climate change, capturing carbon, and improving soil health in the long term

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  • ILBI is a non-profit organization that promotes the use of biochar in Latin America

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  • ILBI develops strategies to position itself as the leading institution in biochar research and climate change mitigation

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Why Biochar?

Biochar offers a sustainable pathway to tackle some of the most pressing challenges in Latin America. By enhancing soil fertility, conserving water, and sequestering carbon, biochar provides a practical, scalable solution for degraded lands and vulnerable ecosystems.

Soil Regeneration in Degraded Lands

Biochar is an effective tool for the regeneration of overexploited and degraded soils. By restoring soil structure, increasing microbial activity, and enhancing water retention, biochar revitalizes soil health and helps prevent further degradation, supporting land restoration and sustainable land management practices

Biochar has a wide-ranging impact on various environmental sectors, offering sustainable solutions across multiple domains ↓

1. Biochar Production and Optimal Organic Waste Management: Biochar plays a pivotal role in transforming organic waste into valuable carbon-rich material, contributing to effective waste management and minimizing landfill dependency. This process enhances resource circularity and supports climate change mitigation efforts.

2. Regenerative Agriculture: Biochar enhances soil health by improving nutrient retention, water retention, and soil structure. It supports regenerative agriculture practices by reducing the need for chemical fertilizers, improving crop yields, and promoting sustainable farming techniques that restore soil fertility.

3. Urban Gardens: Biochar is an essential component in urban gardening and green spaces, improving soil quality, reducing waste, and promoting sustainable local food production. It helps urban agriculture thrive by enhancing soil health in small-scale gardens, community farms, and green roofs.

4. Green Infrastructure and Environmental Service Recovery: By integrating biochar into green infrastructure projects, it helps restore vital ecosystem services, such as water filtration, carbon sequestration, and biodiversity enhancement. It contributes to the rehabilitation of urban environments and natural landscapes through sustainable, eco-friendly practices.

Allied Organizations

The International Biochar Initiative (IBI) provides a platform for fostering stakeholder collaboration, good industry practices, and environmental and ethical standards to support biochar systems that are safe and economically viable.
A not-for-profit organization promoting the sustainable production and use of biochar through research, policy, technology and implementation!
Advocate for legislative, policy, & regulatory action to build and open markets for the production and use of biochar in the U.S.

For the present & future of biochar in the region

Our Commitment

As we project the future of biochar in Latin America, ILBI remains steadfast in creating a collaborative, ethical, and forward-thinking innitiatives that prioritizes regional impact and sustainability. Join us in advancing biochar for a healthier planet and a resilient future.

Founding Members
At ARTi we specialize in designing and manufacturing high effective Pyrolysis technology, producing Biochar on a large scale
Climate-forward Venture Operator.
Creating sustainable environmental value through agricultural waste valorization and systems innovation

Join the Latin American Biochar Institute (ILBI)!

Are you passionate about biochar research and development? ILBI is seeking experts dedicated to exploring new applications for biochar, while upholding sustainable production principles.

We welcome:

  • Pyrolysis plant manufacturers, machinery, and system providers

  • Biochar producers

  • Producers and distributors of biochar-related products

  • Service providers related to biochar (e.g., quality testing laboratories, chemical services, etc.)

  • Nonprofit organizations focused on applied research and development in biochar

Join us and contribute to the sustainable future of biochar technology!

Join the Movement Driving Biochar Innovation in Latin America!

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