Canada Launches North America’s Largest Biochar Plant to Fight Climate Change
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📰 The quick summary: Canada’s first industrial-scale biochar production plant has launched in Quebec, with an initial capacity of 10,000 tonnes annually that will help industries decarbonize while creating valuable carbon credits.
📈 One key stat: Carbonity will process 58,000 tonnes of forestry residues annually to produce biochar, establishing North America’s largest biochar facility with plans to triple production by 2026.
💬 One key quote: “The inauguration of Carbonity is a true industrial milestone for Québec,” noted Michel Gagnon, CEO of Airex Energy and Chair of Carbonity’s Board.
1️⃣ The big picture: Canada has officially welcomed its first industrial-scale biochar production facility in Port-Cartier, Quebec. Named Carbonity, the ambitious project represents a collaboration between Airex Energy, Groupe Rémabec, and SUEZ, making it potentially the largest biochar facility in North America and the world. Starting with a production capacity of 10,000 tonnes annually, the plant plans to triple this output by 2026. The facility transforms forestry waste into biochar using proprietary technology while generating certified carbon credits for the voluntary carbon market.
2️⃣ Why is this good news: Carbonity offers a significant advancement in carbon removal technology at industrial scale, turning forestry waste into valuable resources. The project has already secured major agreements, including a deal with Microsoft to purchase 36,000 carbon credits over three years. By processing 58,000 tonnes of forestry residues annually, the facility creates a circular economy solution while helping multiple industries reach their net-zero goals. This marks the first step in a larger plan to scale biochar production to 350,000 tonnes annually by 2035, positioning Canada as a leader in industrial decarbonization solutions.
3️⃣ What’s next: Carbonity aims to triple its production capacity by 2026 from its initial 10,000 tonnes per year. The facility will begin generating certified carbon credits to be offered on the voluntary carbon market through First Climate. This launch represents the first phase in Airex Energy and SUEZ’s broader roadmap to expand global biochar production to 350,000 tonnes annually by 2035.
Read the full story here: Carbon Herald – Introducing Carbonity: Canada’s First Industrial-Scale Biochar Production Plant
