Under validationBiCRS

Big Sky Bioenergy - Deer Lodge

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Project details

Expected first certificates

2028

Project code

872W

Crediting period

01 Dec 2027 to 01 Dec 2037

Protocol details

Current protocol version

Biochar Production and Storage v1.3

Public comment periodThis project is in a public comment period from 30 Oct 2026 until 09 Nov 2026. Please send feedback to project-feedback@isometric.com.

Summary

Big Sky Bioenergy's Deer Lodge, Montana facility is a biochar and combined heat and power (CHP) plant co-located with the feedstock supplier. It converts sawmill residuals into stable biochar via gasification, while exporting renewable electricity to the grid. The biochar is used as a soil amendment, improving regional agricultural productivity.

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 2026
Completed 2026
Initial documentation submission
Expected 2028
Expected 2028
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 2028
Expected 2028
Site visit
Expected 2028
Expected 2028
Approval date
Expected 2028
Expected 2028
Initial credit issuance

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