What is the BC Biocarbon Project?
BC Biocarbon is revolutionizing the way soil amendments are made by turning wood waste into a powerful, organic solution called Black Bear Biochar™. This project operates bio refinery facilities that convert residual wood into products that directly offset fossil carbon emissions. Using a proprietary continuous-feed pyrolysis process, BC Biocarbon transforms leftover wood from lumber operations into a high-performance biochar that improves soil health and locks away carbon. It’s a smart, sustainable approach that benefits both growers and the planet.
Main Benefits of Black Bear Biochar™
Black Bear Biochar™ isn’t just any soil amendment—it’s packed with benefits that make it stand out:
- Two Puro.earth-certified carbon credits earned for every ton of biochar produced
- OMRI-listed and organic, ensuring it’s safe and effective for sustainable farming
- High carbon content—between 85% and 95%—making it a serious carbon capture tool
- Enhances soil structure and water retention, helping plants thrive
- Activates microbial activity, boosting soil life and fertility
- Featured in soil mixes at major retailers like Walmart, Menards, and Home Depot
The Problem BC Biocarbon Solves
Traditional soil inputs often fall short—they might help with one thing but don’t offer a full package. Take perlite, for example: great for drainage but zero nutrient benefits. Black Bear Biochar™ changes the game. It offers optimal physical structure and a super high carbon content that improves soil texture, holds water better, and supports the tiny microbes that keep soil healthy. This means healthier crops and more productive soil, all while tackling carbon emissions.
How Black Bear Biochar™ is Made
Made from residual wood through a proprietary continuous pyrolysis process, Black Bear Biochar™ is organic and OMRI-listed. This means it’s not only good for plants but also traps atmospheric CO2, helping to fight climate change. The process is efficient and local, turning what would be waste into a valuable resource. It’s a win-win for farmers and the environment.
Local Supply Chain Advantages
Unlike traditional soil amendments that rely on mining, processing, and shipping materials over long distances, Black Bear Biochar™ is produced locally. BC Biocarbon co-locates its bio refinery facilities with lumber operations, turning wood residuals into a valuable soil product right where the waste is generated. This approach cuts transportation costs, lowers emissions, and creates a circular, sustainable supply chain that benefits growers and communities alike.
Project Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 2: Zero Hunger – Enhances soil health for better crop yields
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – Turns waste into valuable products
- SDG 13: Climate Action – Captures and sequesters carbon, reducing greenhouse gases
- SDG 15: Life on Land – Supports healthy soil ecosystems and biodiversity
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – Creates local jobs through sustainable bio-refinery operations
The Story Behind BC Biocarbon
After 16 years in the military, founder Phil Marsh returned to his family farm in McBride, BC, and noticed piles of unused wood waste everywhere. With a knack for science and a disciplined approach, he set out to turn that waste into something meaningful. The result? BC Biocarbon’s proprietary pyrolysis process and the creation of Black Bear Biochar™—a superior soil amendment that’s making waves in the agricultural and environmental sectors. Today, BC Biocarbon proudly converts wood residuals into high-impact commercial solutions that benefit both soil and climate.
