Carbon removal is starting to look less experimental and more operational. Biochar, once a niche solution, is gaining traction as companies look for ways to pair waste management with credible climate impact. A new project in Bolivia offers a snapshot of how this shift is playing out on the ground.
Empacar, known for its work in packaging and recycling, is expanding into carbon removal through its CarbonX unit. The plan: convert wood residues from certified local sawmills into biochar, a stable form of carbon that can either be applied to soil or issued as carbon removal credits.
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