- In January 2025, Google entered into an agreement with Indian supplier Varaha to purchase 100,000 tons of carbon credits by 2030. This initiative involves converting agricultural waste into biochar, which sequesters carbon dioxide and serves as an alternative fertilizer. This marks Google's first involvement in India's carbon dioxide removal sector
- In June 2024, Swiss Re partnered with Carbonfuture to purchase at least 70,000 metric tons of biochar carbon removal credits over seven years. The credits will be sourced from Exomad Green's project in Bolivia, supporting Swiss Re's strategy to achieve 100% carbon removal in its compensation mix by 2030
- In January 2024, Saratoga Biochar's application for air and solid waste permits was denied by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation due to insufficient information on emissions and waste management. The company is appealing the decision amid community opposition over environmental concerns
- In December 2022, EVOIA, a US-based manufacturer of biostimulants, introduced AmpliFYR, a biochar-based seed treatment product. AmpliFYR aids in seed establishment and is suitable for crops such as corn, soybeans, and wheat, helping farmers increase potential profits
- In June 2021, Airex Energy and SUEZ Group collaborated to increase biochar production capacity from 10,000 to 30,000 tonnes per year. This partnership aims to address the growing demand for biochar in sustainable agriculture and energy production
