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This project leverages pyrolysis technology to transform local low-grade wood and biomass residues into biochar—a stable, carbon-rich material used for long-term soil storage. Located in the Lacanau region of southwest France, the facility operates on a circular model, sourcing biomass that would otherwise decompose or be burned, and converting it into biochar with proven carbon sequestration properties.
Over the 5-year crediting period, the project is expected to remove more than 10,000 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent annually from the atmosphere. The biochar is primarily applied to agricultural lands, where it not only stabilises carbon for centuries but also enhances soil fertility and water retention. Through this approach, the project aligns with both national climate goals and regional land stewardship efforts, offering a scalable solution to decarbonisation while improving local soil health.
RIV-2025-PROJ-106
Registered
Lacanau, Aquitaine, France
Biochar Removal
10,475 tCO₂e (average per year)
01 January 2025 – 31 December 2029
Community consultation and biodiversity loss protection
The project has a strong commitment to environmental and sustainable development that benefit local communities through the following contributions:
Environment
By sourcing local biomass residues and avoiding emissions from decomposition or incineration, the project reduces atmospheric CO₂ and enhances the value of underutilised forest waste. The biochar produced is certified for soil application and is shown to improve soil quality, reduce nutrient leaching, and retain moisture, contributing to healthier agricultural systems and greater ecosystem resilience.
Community
Community consultation plays a key role in the project’s implementation. Local stakeholders, including NGOs, clients and nearby residents, were formally consulted during the project design stage. The facility also supports wildfire recovery efforts in the region by offering a productive end-use for storm- or fire-damaged biomass, addressing a growing need for climate-resilient forestry management.
Climate Action
Over the course of five years, the project will mitigate approximately 52,375 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent, with each tonne of biochar delivering an estimated 2.1 tonnes of net CO₂e removal. The process is monitored and verified under the Riverse Biochar methodology (BiCRS) using lab-analysed carbon content and long-term permanence modelling. By locking carbon into soils for centuries, the project provides durable and verifiable removals aligned with Article 6 and Net Zero strategies.
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Eric currently works as an independent consultant at the intersection of nature and climate, focused on catalysing market and non-market solutions to drive the just transition.
He previously was Head of Product at Earthshot Labs, supporting nature conservation and restoration projects across the global south secure project finance. Prior to Earthshot Labs, Eric led nature-based carbon project development for Gorongosa National Park in Mozambique and founded the Carbon Cooperative, a global alliance of leading nature conservation and restoration practitioners exploring carbon finance. After serving in the Peace Corps in Mozambique out of university, he spent much of his 20s working in community-based conservation and ecosystem restoration efforts in Sub-Saharan Africa interspersed with two startup ventures as co-founder and CEO of a mental health tech startup and COO of a sustainable coffee company. Eric has a dual Masters in Environmental Engineering and Environmental Policy from Stanford University where he was a NSF Graduate Research Fellow and a BS in Environmental Engineering from Tufts University.
Alan is a risk management thought-leader, superconnector, and FinTech pioneer. His mission is to enable an Earth Positive economy which includes nature in global accounting systems.
Alan is Founder of Generation Blue, a venture studio dedicated to planetary game changers powered by exponential technologies. Previously, Alan established Natural Capital Markets at Lykke AG, pioneering blockchain based forestry and carbon backed tokens. Alan has over two decades of risk management experience advising global financial institutions, and was a founding member of the RiskMetrics Group, a JPMorgan spin-off. Alan is an investor and advisor to regenerative impact ventures, including TreeBuddy.Earth, Regenativ, and Vlinder Climate.
Lori Whitecalf made history when she became the first woman to be elected Chief of Sweetgrass First Nation in 2011. She served three terms of office from 2011-2017.
Lori took a two-year hiatus from leadership to expand the family ranch and serve as the FSIN Senior Industry Liaison. She was re-elected on November 29. 2019 and again on November 30, 2021, as Chief of Sweetgrass. Chief Whitecalf practises a traditional lifestyle of hunting, fishing and gathering. She currently sits on the following boards: Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technology, FSIN Lands and Resource Commission, Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre and Battleford Agency Tribal Chiefs Executive Council, FSIN Women’s Commission.
Tina is the Chief Business Officer for MLTC Industrial Investments, the Economic Development arm of the Meadow Lake Tribal Council. She has a diverse background of experience. Having spent 15 years as a municipal Chief Operating Officer, 20 years involved in Saskatchewan’s Health Authority Board Keewatin Yatthe and 9 years with Northern Lights Board of Education.
She continues as a Board Member with Beaver River Community Futures supporting small business development in her home region. Tina brings a wealth of experience in a variety of fields and many connections to the Indigenous communities of Northern Saskatchewan. In addition Tina holds a BA Advanced from the U of S, a Certificate in Local Government Authority from the U of R and is certified as a Professional Economic Developer for Saskatchewan and a certified Technician Aboriginal Economic Developer (TAED).
Tootoosis’ career spans 40+ years in HRM, political leadership, and Indigenous economic development, as a dedicated bridge builder and advocate for Indigenous causes.
As a key member of the Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority (SREDA) team since 2021, he develops strategies for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission final report and Call to Action #92.
He is a graduate of the First Nations University of Canada and a certified Professional Aboriginal Economic Developer. Spearheading various community initiatives while serving as a Chair of the SIEDN while directing ILDII and WIBF. Founder of MGT Consulting Tootoosis is based in Saskatoon, Treaty Six Territory.
Cy Standing (Wakanya Najin in Dakota) has a long and distinguished career including serving overseas as an Electronics Technician in the Royal Canadian Air Force, former Chief of Wahpeton Dakota Nation, former Vice Chief of the Federation of Saskatchewan Indigenous Nations (FSIN), past Executive Director of Community Development Branch of the Department of Northern Saskatchewan as well as an Order in Council appointment to the Federal Parole Board.
Mr. Standing has served as a Director on many Profit and Non-Profit Corporate Boards, including serving as a Director for Affinity Credit Union with assets of over six billion dollars as well as IMI Brokerage and Wanuskewin and is currently a member of the One Tribe Indigenous Carbon Board.