About the 2025 North American Biochar Conference
Join us to explore innovative ideas and connect with leaders in the industry.
Writing Biochar’s Next Chapter
The 2025 North American Biochar Conference is the must-attend event for professionals shaping the future of the biochar industry. Hosted by the United States Biochar Initiative (USBI), this year’s conference will take place September 15–18, 2025, at the Minneapolis Convention Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
As the biochar industry moves from research to large-scale adoption, this conference serves as a catalyst for innovation, collaboration, and market expansion. Our theme, “Building Sustainable Markets and Driving Innovation,” highlights the crucial role biochar plays in carbon sequestration, soil health, waste management, and sustainable industry solutions.
Why Attend?
Since 2009, the North American Biochar Conference has been the leading gathering for industry leaders, researchers, producers, policymakers, and investors. The 2025 event is set to be the largest yet, with an expected 1,000+ attendees and an expanded lineup of exhibitors, speakers, and networking opportunities.
A Legacy of Biochar Leadership
Since 2009, the North American Biochar Conference has been the cornerstone for researchers, industry leaders, and policymakers driving the evolution of biochar. Over the years, we’ve witnessed biochar’s transformation from scientific curiosity to real-world climate solution. At NABC 2025, you’ll gain insights from 125+ expert speakers covering the latest breakthroughs in carbon markets, agriculture, and industrial applications, ensuring you stay ahead in this rapidly growing field.
Build Meaningful Relationships
Join a dynamic community of industry pioneers, investors, and innovators committed to advancing biochar’s impact. With exclusive networking sessions, roundtables, and receptions, you’ll have the opportunity to form strategic partnerships that shape the future of biochar. Whether you’re a producer, researcher, policymaker, or entrepreneur, this is the place to forge connections that matter.
Explore New Markets & Opportunities
With 75+ exhibitors and sponsors, NABC 2025 is a showcase of biochar’s potential across industries. Discover cutting-edge technologies, investment opportunities, and market expansion strategies that can help take your work to the next level. Whether you’re looking to scale production, integrate biochar into existing systems, or explore new revenue streams, this conference provides the roadmap to growth.
Experience Biochar in Action
Biochar is more than an idea—it’s a movement transforming industries. At NABC 2025, you’ll see biochar in action through live demonstrations and field trips, exploring its role in carbon sequestration, regenerative agriculture, infrastructure, and waste management. This is your chance to experience the innovations shaping a more sustainable world and be part of the next big leap in biochar technology.
Schedule at a Glance
Monday
Start your conference experience with an afternoon of interactive workshops led by industry experts. Whether you’re new to biochar or looking to deepen your expertise, these hands-on sessions provide practical insights, cutting-edge research, and real-world applications to prepare you for the days ahead.
Tuesday & Wednesday
Immerse yourself in two power-packed days filled with visionary keynotes, deep-dive breakout sessions, and expert-led panels—all designed to drive innovation and market adoption. With five concurrent technical tracks, an open exhibitor hall, and a lineup of thought leaders from around the world, you’ll gain unparalleled access to industry-shaping ideas. Connect with peers during networking receptions, celebrate achievements at our award ceremony, and discover the future of biochar in action.
Thursday
Extend your learning beyond the convention center with exclusive field trips to real-world biochar projects. See innovative biochar applications in action—from sustainable agriculture to carbon sequestration and industrial solutions—and gain firsthand insights from professionals implementing these groundbreaking technologies.
Join us for the 2025 Biochar Conference
Discover the breakthroughs, collaborations, and opportunities driving the biochar industry forward. Whether you’re attending to learn from top experts, explore market innovations, or connect with like-minded professionals, this is your chance to be part of biochar’s next chapter.