Biochar Life and Siam Cement Group Announce Strategic Partnership to Revolutionise Sustainable Construction
Highland Park, NJ / Bangkok, Thailand — 8 April 2024
Biochar Life, a pioneer in biochar technology for environmental sustainability, and Siam Cement Group (SCG) Cement and Building Materials Business, a leader in innovative building solutions, today announced a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaboratively explore and develop biochar-infused cement and other sustainable building materials. This strategic partnership marks a significant step towards reducing the construction industry’s carbon footprint and advancing global sustainability efforts.
About Biochar Life
Biochar Life, a public benefit corporation, is dedicated to enhancing soil quality, facilitating carbon removal, and improving rural livelihoods through biochar. By working closely with smallholder farmers in South East Asia and Africa, Biochar Life not only contributes to environmental sustainability but also supports rural economies.
About Siam Cement Group (SCG)
SCG’s Cement and Building Materials Business, a division of The Siam Cement PCL, stands at the forefront of the sustainable building materials industry. With a commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship, SCG is dedicated to developing solutions that meet the growing demand for sustainable construction practices.
Joining forces
Under the terms of the MoU, Biochar Life, and SCG will embark on a collaborative journey to harness the potential of biochar in the construction industry.
Key areas of collaboration include:
- Innovative Development: Launching with a pilot project at Chiang Mai University for the construction of biochar-infused cement roads, this initiative aims to set a precedent for sustainable construction practices worldwide.
- Supply Chain Integration: Biochar Life will assess the feasibility of scaling biochar production to meet SCG’s material specifications, ensuring a reliable supply of high-quality biochar for building materials.
- Research and Sustainability: Both companies will engage in comprehensive research and development efforts to optimize the production and application of biochar in the construction sector, with a keen focus on environmental benefits and carbon removal credit opportunities.
- Smallholder Impact: SCG will also explore ways in which to expand Biochar Life’s existing smallholder farmer program through the use of mobile industrial units and other innovative technologies.
A Sustainable Future for Construction
This partnership will pave the way for SCG to disrupt the construction industry’s approach to sustainability through biochar based products. By incorporating biochar, a carbon-negative material, into cement and other building materials, Biochar Life and SCG aim to significantly reduce the carbon emissions associated with construction, contribute to the sequestration of atmospheric carbon, and enhance the durability and performance of building materials.
Commitment to Environmental Excellence
Both Biochar Life and SCG are committed to pioneering solutions that not only meet the immediate needs of the construction industry but also address broader environmental challenges. This collaboration reflects a shared vision for a sustainable future, leveraging innovative technologies and practices to make a positive impact on the planet and its people.
For Further Information:
This partnership represents a pivotal moment in sustainable construction, signaling a bold step forward in the fight against climate change. For more information about Biochar Life and SCG’s groundbreaking collaboration, please contact: hello@biochar.life
