The Biochar Podcast

How can biochar transform sports turf management into a profitable, sustainable practice? In this episode, we sit down with James Gaspard, CEO of Biochar Now (USA) , to unpack a groundbreaking California golf course case study. After investing ~$300,000 AUD in biochar , the course achieved nearly $3 million in water savings over six years — delivering a return on investment in just six months . We...

In the first episode of ANZBIG’s on-the-ground series, we dive into two real-world horticulture trials featured in our Farmer’s Guide . Mayo Ryan (CTOS Group) walks us through a vineyard biochar trial—covering the site, soils, climate, biochar type and rates, and how it was applied alongside practices like compost and irrigation management. Then Russell Burnett (Rainbow Bee Eater) shares the Balla...

In this episode, ANZBIG Cluster Manager Sam Zagami sits down with a Louisa Kiely, CEO of Carbon Management Services, a leading voice in carbon farming to explore:What sparked her journey into carbon farming and low-carbon agriculture? Why does she say that “soil carbon is the largest carbon sink over which we have control”—and what does that mean for Australia's climate goals and rural economi...

This compelling podcast exploring the real-world policy challenges and breakthroughs shaping the future of biochar. Led by experts in circular economy, carbon accounting, and regulatory strategy, this session unpacks the barriers holding back progress—and the practical solutions pushing projects forward. What You’ll Learn: Key regulatory gaps across waste, carbon, and agriculture Strategies for na...

This interactive podcast-style webinar brings together industry leaders, carbon market experts, and biochar practitioners to discuss how biochar supports the circular economy and carbon removal markets. The session provided insights into monetising biochar, its role in carbon credit generation, and how to scale industry adoption.

Biochar and Water Management: Innovations for Market Development and Circular Economy Outcomes. In this session, we’ll explore how converting wastewater biosolids into nutrient-rich biochar can drastically reduce disposal costs, lower carbon emissions, and boost water retention in soils. Discover how these innovative processes are unlocking new revenue streams and driving sustainable market growth...

This episode brings together ⁠AORA⁠ and ANZBIG to explore the powerful synergy of biochar and compost for farmers, compost producers, and sustainability stakeholders. The discussion will focus on practical insights for improving soil health , boosting crop yields , achieving measurable ROI , and contributing to the circular economy. The episode features real-world case studies from the ⁠ANZBIG Far...

ANZBIG celebrates Water Week by focusing today's episode on Biochar in Water: Enhancing Water-Holding Capacity for Economic Growth and Healthy Ecosystems. Cluster Manager Sam Zagami is joined by Wendy Timms from Deakin University, where they explore biochar's water-holding capacity and its role in promoting healthy ecosystems and driving economic growth. They also delve into its positive i...

Join us as Craig Bagnall, Director of SEATA Group and Catalyst Environmental Management, as well as an Executive Board Member of ANZBIG, speaks with Sam Zagami, ANZBIG Cluster Manager. Together, they delve into the compelling potential of biochar in displacing fossil carbon. In this enlightening podcast episode, Craig explores both soil and non-soil applications of biochar, presenting global examp...

We are back! Our last podcast in 2022, ANZBIG was fundraising for the Biochar Summit and the world-first Biochar Roadmap. In June this year 2023, we launched the Australian Biochar Industry 2030 Roadmap. For our first episode back after a little hyatis Cluster Manager Sam Zagami speaks with ANZBIG CEO Don Coyne giving a snapshot of what ANZBIG has been doing over the past year: The journey from th...

Philip Link and Michael Hallam from EnergyLink Services discuss the key changes to the Puro.earth biochar carbon removal methodology, the implications and opportunities of these changes, market dynamics, the role of verification and how they see the market evolving on the supply and demand side. To find out how your project can be Puro.earth verified reach out to Philip at EnergyLink Services . Co...

On today's episode we discuss the testing requirements for biochar to meet ANZBIG’s Code of Practice for the new sustainable production and use of biochar in Australia and New Zealand. To help us discuss the topic we have Graham Lancaster, Senior Manager - Commercial & Research Operations, at Environmental Analysis Laboratory / Analytical Research Laboratory at Southern Cross University. ...

On today's episode we will be discussing a scientific paper just out entitled How biochar works and when it doesn't: A review of mechanisms controlling soil and plant responses to biochar We discuss:  The key or most consistent properties and benefits of biochar  The key components and stages of the mechanisms of biochar effects on soil and plants  Biochars role in supporting food s...

In this episode we discuss the role of Life Cycle Assessments for biochar projects and the role they will play in technology roll out and scaling. We will discuss the various components of the Life Cycle Assessment including the keys to open carbon markets.  Philip Link, Managing Director of Energy Link Services joins us as our guest to discuss the topic. Philip has 15 years experience in man...

In this episode we discuss biochar’s role in renewable diesel production, the components of the pyrolysis and gasification process, its applications, the economics (including: job opportunities, a circular economy) and the keys to open carbon markets.  Our guest is Jennifer Lauber Patterson , Managing Director of Frontier Impact Group . Jennifer is a pioneer in climate solutions with 30+ year...

On this episode we discuss biochar’s role in protected cropping; growing plants in controlled environments. We discuss the various components of the pyrolysis and gasification process, their applications and the economics including the keys to open carbon markets.  Our guest is Peter Burgess, Managing Director of Rainbow Bee Eater and ANZBIG's Vice Chair. Peter envisions the major roles for b...

ANZBIG's code of practice is currently in development. In this episode, we will look at the objectives of the code, common definitions used in the industry, feedstocks that can be used, best practices for production, handling and packing, the different grades under the code, and their uses as well as achieving ANZBIG certification.  Our guest is Nigel Murphy, ANZBIG's Chair and Founder and Di...

Many people new to biochar are surprised to hear that it can not only be used in agriculture but can also be used in Infrastructure. In fact, Biochar can be used in a variety of industrial applications, including roads, concrete, and asphalt to name a few. On today's show, we welcome Foundational Member of ANZBIG , Founder and Director of NewWorld Pavement Solution s and CarbonCor Products Austral...