Biochar: A Key Player in Carbon Credits and Climate Mitigation

Alaa Salma (), Lydia Fryda and Hayet Djelal ()
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Alaa Salma: Unilasalle-Ecole des Métiers de l’Environnement, Cyclann, Campus de Ker Lann, 35 170 Bruz, France
Lydia Fryda: Unilasalle-Ecole des Métiers de l’Environnement, Cyclann, Campus de Ker Lann, 35 170 Bruz, France
Hayet Djelal: Unilasalle-Ecole des Métiers de l’Environnement, Cyclann, Campus de Ker Lann, 35 170 Bruz, France

Resources, 2024, vol. 13, issue 2, 1-13

Abstract: The creation of the carbon market came forth as a tool for managing, controlling, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, combining environmental responsibility with financial incentives. Biochar has gained recognition as one of potential carbon offset solution. The practical and cost-effective establishment of biochar carbon credit standards is crucial for the integration of biochar into carbon trading systems, thus encouraging investments in the biochar industry while promoting sustainable carbon dioxide sequestration practices on a global scale. This communication focuses on the potential of biochar in carbon sequestration. Additionally, it spotlights case studies that highlight how biochar effectively generates carbon credits, as well as discussing the evolving carbon removal marketplace. Furthermore, we address knowledge gaps, areas of concern, and research priorities regarding biochar implementation in carbon credits, with the aim of enhancing our understanding of its role in climate change mitigation. This review positions biochar as a versatile and scalable technology with the potential to contribute significantly to carbon credits, aligning with sustainable development goals. It calls for continued research, transparency, and international cooperation to explore the full potential of biochar in climate change mitigation efforts.

Keywords: carbon credit; biochar; GHGs; sequestration; carbon removal marketplace; climate mitigation (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q5 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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