Cocoa Biochar Carboneers

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In Ghana, cocoa residues remain unutilized, leading to substantial GHG emissions and facilitating spread of pests and diseases. This project converts cocoa pods and prunings into biochar, thereby preventing significant methane emissions and reducing plant disease incidence associated with uncontrolled decomposition of these residues. Given the absence of infrastructure for centralized feedstock collection, Carboneers Coco Kilns are deployed at the village level. Each kiln is equipped with continuous monitoring systems to ensure optimal pyrolysis conditions.

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Biomass Carbon Removal and Storage (BiCRS) involves storing the carbon contained in waste biomass—organic material from living or recently living organisms. BiCRS works by halting or slowing the decomposition of biomass, enabling the carbon it contains to be stored long-term. This can be achieved by converting biomass into materials that decompose more slowly—such as biochar or bio-oil—or by storing it in environments where decomposition is slowed. For BiCRS to count as carbon removal, the biomass must be replenished to ensure additional carbon dioxide is drawn from the atmosphere.

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Completed 01 Sep 2025

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Completed 23 Nov 2025

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Completed 10 Dec 2025

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Completed 04 Jan 2026

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Expected Q1 2026

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Isometric officially approves the project having reviewed the validation report produced by the VVB, documenting the activities, results, and conclusion of the audit. A full list of content requirements for the report can be found in the Isometric Standard.

Expected Q1 2026

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