# Biochar Life

Biochar carbon removal with smallholder farmers

- Canonical URL: https://wefunder.com/biochar.life
- Entity ID: wefunder:company:148024
- Last updated: 2026-06-12T05:01:11Z
- Generated at: 2026-06-13T04:47:44Z

## Quick facts
- Massive environmental impact! Biochar Life removed 6% of all longterm carbon removals in 2023.
- Raising on a Revenue Share. 5x revenue growth in the last 12 months - $150,000 to $800,000.
- Closed $150,000 investment from Ground Up Investing in December, 2023.
- More than 750 smallholder farmers in Africa are currently benefiting from being part of our program.
- Increased social equality with more than 60% of our farmer teams being female.
- We have a healthy pipeline of buyers for the next two years - including $800k in committed orders.
- Developed verification standards with Carbon Standards Intl. and European Biochar Certificate.
- Impact in number of areas with alignment to many of the Sustainable Development Gaols (SDGs).

## Active fundraises
- wefunder:fundraise:103416: 4(a)(6) successful (USD)
- wefunder:fundraise:103415: 4(a)(6) successful (USD)

## Story
Check out a short introductory message from our COO, Matt Rickard.You can also watch our CEO, Jason Highberger, running through some of the key slides in our proposition: Click for Pitch Video.Thanks for checking out the pitch and please reach out if you have any questions. We need to remove thousands of tonnes of carbon to reverse climate change!What is biochar and how does it remove carbon?Smallholder famers are an invaluable resource to help get us there.We train farmers to create biochar and through the sale of carbon removal credits, generate the funds needed for scaling far and wide.Biochar has many benefits both social and environmental - check them out!Transparency and compliance are core components of our business model and essential for developing trust with buyers.Since our inception in March 2022 we have shown consistent growth and expansion that has been marked by major milestones.The voluntary carbon market has huge potential and we are only at the beginning with carbon removal set to lead the pace in the years to come.Forward-looking projections are not guaranteed.Our sales revenues have grown 5x in the past 12 months!We have a solid pipeline and growth plan for the term of the payback period.Forward-looking projections are not guaranteed.We have extensive experience and diversity within our leadership team and board including female founders and proximity leadership in East Africa.Partner networks help to extend our sales and operational prowess.We have closed significant sales during 2023 with more to come as we scale.Investors who join within the first $200k will receive 2x ROI. Re-payments start as soon as the campaign closes.

## FAQ
1. **Sounds interesting. Could you please give me some specific examples of how the financial growth you expect will be reinvested in the lives of the farmers and communities you partner with? This is mentioned in the promo, but I'd love to hear some clear examples. Thanks.**
   - Hi Dr. Yoxall, Thank you for your question. Biochar Life's business model is designed to directly benefit the farmers we work with. We train farmers to create and ‘charge’ biochar as a fertiliser and remunerate them for producing it, which supplements their traditional earnings and provides financial stability. Additionally, using biochar as a fertiliser helps increase their crop yields, resulting in improved food security for the farmers’ families. We are also committed to fostering growth w...
2. **The 2x return is very generous. How long do you expect that ROI to take?**
   - Based on our current business plan and sales forecasts, investors can anticipate receiving a 2x ROI within a timeframe of 5 to 7 years. Like any investment, there is inherent risk. However, we have based our projections on conservative estimates. The demand for durable Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) is projected to range from 40 to 200 million tonnes of CO2 per year, which is expected to translate into a market value of $10 billion to $40 billion by 2030. With these projections in mind, we rema...
3. **Thanks for the opportunity. I have reserved an amount. Can I just ask if this is different from existing carbon credit markets? They seem to be a bit misunderstood and going through some scandals, so am keen to understand how Biochar interacts with them. And related to that, d...**
   - Hi Malcolm - firstly, thank you for joining the community as an investor! You're correct in noting that the carbon credit market has faced challenges and misunderstandings. Biochar Life operates within a specific niche of this market, focusing on durable carbon removal through biochar. You can find a breakdown of producers and buyers of durable carbon removal at this link: https://www.cdr.fyi/ Durable Carbon Removal: Biochar is recognised as a form of durable carbon removal because it involve...
4. **Hi. Are you doing this in Thailand?**
   - Hi James - Yes, we started out in Thailand and though today the majority of our farmer teams and production is in East Africa we expect to see accelerated growth in Thailand and other Southeast Asian countries over the next couple of years. We will continue to train and onboard more farmers accordingly.
5. **Good evening. I sponsor a child through Compassion International, https://www.compassion.com/. I don't know if you have heard of them, but I want to help the villages. If I understand Biochar Life's business, it can be a Godsend to this organization. I believe in Biochar Life....**
   - Dear Mercile Pearce, Thank you for your investment in the futures of the communities we serve. Our goal is to help communities build self-sufficiency and food security through improved crop yields, cleaner air, and added cash income to send their children to school. Your support through Compassion seems well aligned with our goals of supporting families. If you think they would be interested in offering biochar training in the rural communities that they serve, please put them in contact with...

## Team
- Jason Highberger (Chairman)
- Aom Kwanpiromtara (COO)
- Evelind Schecter (CFO)
- Matt Rickard (CEO)
- Sylvetsre G Chiweza (Country Manager, Malawi)
- Mercy Ogembo (County Manager, Kenya)
- Mona Singh (Data Integrity and Communications Lead)
- Pimpanit (Som) Puttiseth (Marketing Executive)
- Sr. Miriam Paulette (Strategic Advisor & Africa Liaison)

## Recent posts
- Thank You from the team! (2024-07-30T10:18:36Z)
- The Final Few Days of Our Campaign (2024-06-27T08:39:03Z)
- Carbon Conversations EP20 (2024-06-24T06:24:28Z)
- Impact Story: Meet Farmer Mary 🌱 (2024-06-19T04:07:35Z)
- Webinar - Sustainable Futures (2024-06-07T05:16:14Z)
- Co-benefits: The True Measure of Effective Climate Action (2024-06-04T00:51:21Z)
- Upcoming Webinar - June 6 (2024-05-27T04:41:06Z)
- Podcast: Seeds of Sustainability (2024-05-24T04:27:28Z)
- Exploring the Partnership Between Warm Heart Worldwide and Biochar Life (2024-05-16T03:22:58Z)
- Join Us for a Business Update and Q&A Session with Our CEO (2024-05-13T03:29:05Z)
- Important Notice: Revised Revenue Share for Accelerated Returns (2024-05-07T04:33:25Z)
- 2024 Q1 Durable CDR Market Update - Biochar Life at no.5! (2024-05-01T02:19:35Z)
- Working with People to Power Artisan MRV (2024-04-27T01:47:24Z)
- Insights from Our Recent Discussion Investor Carlos Fonseca (2024-04-19T16:22:44Z)
- Our latest podcast with a climate policy expert (2024-04-12T08:57:11Z)

## Q&A
- Q: The 2x return is very generous. How long do you expect that ROI to take?
  - A: Based on our current business plan and sales forecasts, investors can anticipate receiving a 2x ROI within a timeframe of 5 to 7 years. Like any investment, there is inherent risk. However, we have based our projections on conservative estimates. The demand for durable Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) is projected to range from 40 to 200 million tonnes of CO2 per year, which is expected to translate into a market value of $10 billion to $40 billion by 2030. With these projections in mind, we remain optimistic about not only meeting but potentially exceeding our timeframe expectations. If you have time one day, I'd be more than happy to share our sales forecasts and business strategy with you in more detail during a call.
- Q: Good evening. I sponsor a child through Compassion International, https://www.compassion.com/. I don't know if you have heard of them, but I want to help the villages. If I understand Biochar Life's business, it can be a Godsend to this organization. I believe in Biochar Life. I am glad I am an investor, but I am just trying to understand its potential. I hope I am asking a question that is appropriate.
  - A: Dear Mercile Pearce, Thank you for your investment in the futures of the communities we serve. Our goal is to help communities build self-sufficiency and food security through improved crop yields, cleaner air, and added cash income to send their children to school. Your support through Compassion seems well aligned with our goals of supporting families. If you think they would be interested in offering biochar training in the rural communities that they serve, please put them in contact with us through our founders, Warm Heart Worldwide (https://www.warmheartworldwide.org).
- Q: Hi. Are you doing this in Thailand?
  - A: Hi James - Yes, we started out in Thailand and though today the majority of our farmer teams and production is in East Africa we expect to see accelerated growth in Thailand and other Southeast Asian countries over the next couple of years. We will continue to train and onboard more farmers accordingly.
- Q: Thanks for the opportunity. I have reserved an amount. Can I just ask if this is different from existing carbon credit markets? They seem to be a bit misunderstood and going through some scandals, so am keen to understand how Biochar interacts with them. And related to that, does this drive real long term removal of carbon from the environment while pushing improvements in crop yields, etc?
  - A: Hi Malcolm - firstly, thank you for joining the community as an investor! You're correct in noting that the carbon credit market has faced challenges and misunderstandings. Biochar Life operates within a specific niche of this market, focusing on durable carbon removal through biochar. You can find a breakdown of producers and buyers of durable carbon removal at this link: https://www.cdr.fyi/ Durable Carbon Removal: Biochar is recognised as a form of durable carbon removal because it involves converting agricultural waste into a stable form of carbon that can remain sequestered in the soil for thousands of years. Unlike some carbon credit schemes that may be temporary or reversible (such as tree planting, which risks carbon release through fires or logging), biochar provides a permanent solution to carbon sequestration. This permanence makes biochar an appealing and reliable option within the carbon credit markets, especially for investors and stakeholders seeking long-term environmental benefits. Agricultural Benefits: In addition to carbon sequestration, biochar significantly contributes to agricultural improvement. When used as a soil amendment, biochar enhances soil fertility, increases water retention, and can lead to better crop yields. This not only aids in the fight against climate change but also supports sustainable agricultural practices, improving food security and livelihoods for smallholder farmers. Our model is designed to benefit farmers directly by providing them with an additional income stream through biochar production and by improving their agricultural productivity. Our work with biochar not only captures carbon effectively (and immediately) but also delivers tangible improvements in agriculture, demonstrating a holistic approach to addressing climate change and supporting rural communities. I hope this helps to answer the question and please reach out if you need further information.
- Q: Sounds interesting. Could you please give me some specific examples of how the financial growth you expect will be reinvested in the lives of the farmers and communities you partner with? This is mentioned in the promo, but I'd love to hear some clear examples. Thanks.
  - A: Hi Dr. Yoxall, Thank you for your question. Biochar Life's business model is designed to directly benefit the farmers we work with. We train farmers to create and ‘charge’ biochar as a fertiliser and remunerate them for producing it, which supplements their traditional earnings and provides financial stability. Additionally, using biochar as a fertiliser helps increase their crop yields, resulting in improved food security for the farmers’ families. We are also committed to fostering growth within these communities and so we prioritise hiring from within for roles such as verifiers, trainers, and coordinators, ensuring that the majority of our revenue supports local development. For more details on the breakdown of our model, let me share some of our Project Development Documents: Kenya: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15jEIQYimDcpApwe3hC72ha19NDrLC6oF/view Malawi: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1O3rKjHGzr2Ocpke2JsHOcIlQv2vcjTs2/view For specific examples of how this model impacts the lives of farmers and their communities, you can also visit our page on the stories of our carbon farmers: https://www.biochar.life/our-carbon-farmers. I hope this helps and please reach out if you have further questions. Thank you, Matt
- Q: Hi Reto, thank you for your inquiry. I sent you an email with details. Also, Matt will be providing a more detailed update to you and broader investor group on sales, tech development and more going into 2026. Take care.
- Q: How high were the Q4 sales and by when do you expect to pay out the 2 % share? Thank you.
- Q: When can we expect the first payout under the revenue share agreement, thank you?
  - A: Dear Reto, Thank you for your inquiry. We are pleased to report that we successfully secured two new customer contracts in late April. We are currently in the process of confirming the cash flow timelines for these recently executed agreements. Our preliminary outlook suggests a loan repayment distribution to our investors during Q3 or Q4 of the current year. The final amount of this repayment will be contingent upon the confirmed sales revenue for the period. We are happy to address any additional questions you may have. Sincerely, Jason
- Q: Amazing project! I'm curious what your policy is around giving back to the farmers / verifiers. Do they receive a percentage of the carbon credits they fulfill? I couldn't find information in the documents, maybe I missed it! Thanks in advance.
  - A: Hi Vincent, Thank you for your question. Yes, we distribute proceeds from carbon credit sales to the farmers, local teams, and community. On average, we distribute 60%-80% of the sales, depending on the country. Improving the economic livelihoods of farmers and community members is a key mission of our business.