
biochar
turning waste into climate solutions
At Canopy, we transform underutilized pine residues from Mississippi’s forests into biochar, a stable form of carbon that improves soils, strengthens local agriculture, and removes carbon from the atmosphere for centuries.
why biochar matters
By producing biochar in Mississippi, we create local jobs, strengthen rural economies, and supply a product that is in growing demand across agriculture, construction, landscaping, and stormwater management. Every ton of biochar contributes to both community resilience and climate solutions.
Local Value, Global Impact
Biochar is more than just a byproduct of our process. It is a powerful tool for both the environment and the economy:
Carbon Removal: Each ton of biochar locks away carbon that would otherwise be released, generating high-value carbon credits.
Soil Health: Biochar enriches soil by improving water retention, reducing fertilizer needs, and supporting stronger crop yields.
Circular Economy: What once was waste becomes a product with long-lasting value for farmers, communities, and industries.
Applications of Biochar
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Biochar improves soil structure, allowing it to hold more water and nutrients. Farmers who apply biochar see stronger root development, reduced fertilizer requirements, and higher crop yields. By increasing soil fertility and water efficiency, biochar makes farmland more resilient to drought and changing weather conditions.
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Cities and municipalities can use biochar to improve stormwater management and erosion control. Its porous structure filters pollutants, reduces runoff, and helps stabilize soils in areas prone to flooding. This makes biochar a cost effective solution for communities facing infrastructure and water quality challenges.
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Biochar is being integrated into building materials such as concrete, asphalt, and composites. By locking carbon into durable products, it lowers the carbon footprint of construction projects. The result is stronger, more sustainable materials that support low carbon development goals in both public and private sectors.
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Because biochar locks carbon in a stable form for centuries, it qualifies as one of the most durable carbon removal methods available. Canopy’s process is backed by scientific monitoring, reporting, and verification, which ensures that every ton of biochar produced generates trusted carbon credits. These credits give corporations a reliable way to meet climate commitments while supporting real, measurable impact.
Why Canopy?
We deliver more than biochar, we deliver trust. Canopy is uniquely positioned to deliver sustainable base load carbon negative power, verified biochar markets, and long term carbon credit generation, creating measurable value for both industry and the environment.