Welcome to the Nordic Biochar Network
A joint initiative of researchers in the Nordic countries to increase and spread knowledge about biochar.
Become a Member
We are continuously working on extending our network, planning events, workshops, conferences and sharing knowledge about biochar.
If you would like to get in touch with other biochar researchers, producers and users, learn more about biochar or share your knowledge, join the Nordic Biochar Network.
It’s free!
Upcoming Events
Find here the latest updates about upcoming events around biochar – both arranged by the network, but also relevant events by external organizers.
10-11th June 2025, Bruxelles
Biochar Summit 2025
The EGG, Rue Bara 175, Bruxelles, Belgium
After a successful 1st Summit in 2023 in Helsingborg, the second edition of the biochar Summit is coming up, organized by Biochar Europe. The Biochar Summit is Europe’s platform dedicated to the latest innovations & insights in the field of biochar. Involving leading biochar researchers, industry actors and policy makers, the Summit aims to foster meaningful dialogue, inspire ideation and work collaboratively to address critical challenges and opportunities facing the biochar sector.
As in the previous edition, the Nordic Biochar Network will participate in the conference organization by managing and contributing to the scientific committee. We are looking forward to meet you in Bruxelles!
2nd June 2025, 15:00 CEST, online
Exploring Biochar Chemistry and Applications for Sustainable Solutions
Uptake Science Webinar series, University of Aberdeen
This will be an expert-led webinar exploring the multifaceted potential of biochar – from its chemical makeup to real-world field applications and policy implications. This session brings together leading researchers and practitioners to discuss how biochar contributes to soil health, climate mitigation, and circular economy strategies. Check out the list of speakers by following the button below.
News
Third Edition of “Biochar for Environmental Management” is out!
As the previous editions, the book is edited by Johannes Lehmann and Stephen Joseph and contains updated knowldege around biochar production, properties and applications, with contributions from NBN board member Cecilia Sundberg. Not to be missed!
Archive
Make your city greener
On November 16th and 17th , 2021 we arranged a workshop on biochar in urban areas. This two-day event was targeted at cities and communities, but also open to everyone else.
We learned about:
- What biochar is and why you should use it
- Where and how to use it in urban areas
- How to buy biochar and what to pay attention to
- How to get started making your own biochar
- Cities who are already using biochar
- Creating carbon sinks in your city
- The climate impact of biochar
- How carbon trading works
Check out the program HERE.
If you missed it, you can find the recordings of the presentations HERE
The Biochar Blog
We have have started our biochar blog, where we want to share, discuss and report – anything connected with biochar.
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