Under validationBiCRS

Bharat Biochar Initiative

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Project details

Expected first credits

2026

Project code

3TBA

Crediting period

01 Jan 2026 to 31 Dec 2030

Protocol details

Current protocol version

Biochar Production and Storage v1.1

Public comment periodThis project is in a public comment period from 27 Mar 2026 until 26 Apr 2026. Please send feedback to project-feedback@isometric.com.

Summary

The Bharat Biochar Initiative utilizes naturally fallen pine needles from Ringalgarh village, Dhanaulti tehsil, Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand to produce biochar using continuous reactor technology. Collected in partnership with the Uttarakhand Forest Department, these pine needles are sustainably repurposed to generate carbon-rich biochar for agricultural and environmental use.

How carbon is being removed

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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Project timeline

Completed 01 Sep 2025
Completed 01 Sep 2025
Initial documentation submission
Expected 2026
Expected 2026
In progressAudit kick-off
A Validation & Verification Body (VVB) officially commences the project validation and verification process. All VVBs are approved and appointed by Isometric based on the requirements outlined in the Isometric Standard and VVB Policy.
Expected 2026
Expected 2026
Site visit
Expected 2026
Expected 2026
Approval date
Expected 2026
Expected 2026
Initial credit issuance

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