세계의 바이오차 시장 예측 : 원료별, 유통 채널별, 기술별, 용도별, 지역별 분석(-2032년)

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Biochar Market is accounted for $727.8 million in 2025 and is expected to reach $2,044.5 million by 2032 growing at a CAGR of 15.9% during the forecast period. Biochar is a stable, carbon-rich material produced through the thermal decomposition of organic biomass, such as wood, crop residues, or manure, in a low-oxygen environment, a process known as pyrolysis. It is characterized by its porous structure, high surface area, and ability to retain nutrients and water, making it highly beneficial for improving soil fertility and agricultural productivity. Beyond enhancing crop yields, biochar also plays a crucial role in carbon sequestration, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and mitigating climate change. Its durability ensures long-term carbon storage in soils, while supporting sustainable farming, waste management, and renewable energy generation from biomass feedstocks.

According to the U.S. Biochar Initiative (USBI), the domestic char production represented by the survey participants ranges from 35,000 to 70,000 tons annually.

Market Dynamics:

Driver:

Rising demand for soil fertility and crop productivity

The rising demand for soil fertility and increased crop productivity is driving considerable growth in the Biochar Market. Biochar is becoming more and more popular among farmers and the agricultural sector because of its capacity to increase yields by enhancing microbial activity, improving water retention, and enriching soil with vital nutrients. Biochar is a desirable option in contemporary agriculture because it provides an environmentally benign solution that increases output while preserving soil health, which is in line with growing concerns about sustainable farming and lowering reliance on chemical fertilizers.

Restraint:

High initial production and installation costs

The high initial production and installation costs are a significant impediment to the biochar market's expansion. Widespread adoption is hampered by these costs, especially for small and medium-sized farmers and businesses with low funding. Investment is discouraged by the high startup costs of pyrolysis units and associated infrastructure, which frequently exceed the alleged short-term advantages. Consequently, market growth slows, particularly in emerging nations where accessibility and affordability are still major issues.

Opportunity:

Rising adoption in livestock feed and bedding

Rising adoption of biochar in livestock feed and bedding is fueling market growth by enhancing animal health, reducing odors, and improving manure quality. Its porous structure boosts nutrient absorption and minimizes ammonia emissions, leading to better housing conditions and lower veterinary costs. As biochar-enriched waste becomes a valuable soil amendment, farmers benefit from improved sustainability and productivity. These multifaceted advantages are driving demand across agriculture, positioning biochar as a key solution in eco-friendly livestock management.

Threat:

Supply chain limitations for feedstock

Feedstock supply chain constraints are a major barrier to the biochar business, limiting reliable raw material supply and driving up production costs. Unpredictable access to organic feedstock, forestry debris, and agricultural residues interrupts production cycles and lowers output efficiency. These issues hinder adoption despite rising demand, put a pressure on profitability, and discourage investment. The market's scalability is thus compromised by supply unpredictability, which also postpones the wider agricultural and environmental advantages that biochar is supposed to provide.

Covid-19 Impact

The Covid-19 pandemic initially slowed the biochar market due to supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, and delayed agricultural activities. However, the crisis heightened awareness of sustainable farming and soil health, driving long-term demand for biochar. Governments and farmers increasingly focused on improving crop yields and carbon sequestration, positioning biochar as a key solution. Post-pandemic recovery and green initiatives further fueled investment, supporting the market's steady growth trajectory.

The animal manure segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The animal manure segment is expected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period as it offers a sustainable solution for waste management while enhancing soil fertility. Converting animal manure into biochar reduces greenhouse gas emissions, curbs odor, and transforms waste into a nutrient-rich soil amendment. Its growing adoption in agriculture supports improved crop productivity, soil moisture retention, and carbon sequestration. With increasing demand for eco-friendly farming practices and circular economy solutions, the animal manure segment stands as a strong growth catalyst for the biochar market.

The gasification segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

Over the forecast period, the gasification segment is predicted to witness the highest growth rate as it offers an efficient and sustainable method of producing high-quality biochar with consistent carbon content. Gasification technology not only enhances energy recovery but also minimizes waste, making it an eco-friendly solution aligned with global sustainability goals. Its ability to convert diverse feedstocks, including agricultural residues and municipal waste, into valuable biochar is boosting adoption. Rising demand for renewable energy and carbon sequestration further strengthens gasification's role in expanding the biochar market.

Region with largest share:

During the forecast period, the Asia Pacific region is expected to hold the largest market share owing to rising agricultural activities, increasing focus on soil fertility, and the urgent need for sustainable farming practices. Governments across the region are promoting biochar adoption to enhance crop productivity while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, rapid urbanization and deforestation have heightened awareness of soil degradation, boosting demand for biochar as a soil amendment. The market further benefits from technological advancements and increasing investments in renewable and eco-friendly agricultural solutions.

Region with highest CAGR:

Over the forecast period, the North America region is anticipated to exhibit the highest CAGR, because of the growing sustainable farming methods. Since biochar efficiently increases soil fertility while sequestering carbon, growing worries about climate change and carbon emissions are driving adoption. The market is growing even faster because to encouraging government programs and rising investments in renewable technologies. Furthermore, biochar's growing uses in waste management, energy production, and agriculture make it an essential component of long-term regional agricultural productivity and environmental sustainability.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players profiled in the Biochar Market include Airex Energie Inc., Biochar Supreme, LLC, Carbon Gold Ltd., Cool Planet Energy Systems, Inc., Pacific Biochar Benefit Corporation, Phoenix Energy, Pyreg GmbH, Agri-Tech Producers, LLC, Biochar Now, LLC, Vega Biofuels, Inc., American BioChar Company, ArSta Eco Pvt Ltd, Carbo Culture, CharGrow USA, LLC, Carbon Terra GmbH, ECOERA Millennium Biochar, Proactive Agriculture, New England Biochar and Terra Char.

Key Developments:

In May 2025, SINEXCEL and Phoenix Contact signed a global strategic partnership on at the PHIIDF in Shenzhen, combining SINEXCEL's advanced EV-charging power electronics with Phoenix Contact's high-performance connectors. The collaboration builds on their 1280 kW Megawatt Charging System unveiled at Power2Drive, aiming to enable faster, safer, and more efficient EV charging worldwide.

In March 2025, SCF Partners has invested up to $350 million in Phoenix Service Partners-through equity and a $150 million asset-based lending facility-to fuel rapid growth. Founded in 2024 by industry veterans, Phoenix delivers high-horsepower, low-emission natural gas compression solutions.

In February 2023, Rothschild & Co has committed to a multi-year offtake agreement with Carbo Culture, purchasing biochar carbon removal credits annually from 2025 through 2030. Using Carbo Culture's Carbolysis(TM) technology, the firm supports durable carbon sequestration and its 2030 net-zero ambitions.

Feedstocks Covered:

• Agriculture Waste
• Biomass Plantation
• Forestry Waste
• Animal Manure
• Other Feedstocks

Distribution Channels Covered:

• Direct Sales
• Indirect Sales

Technologies Covered:

• Pyrolysis
• Hydrothermal Carbonization
• Gasification
• Other Technologies

Applications Covered:

• Agriculture & Livestock
• Construction Material
• Energy Production
• Water & Wastewater Treatment
• Other Applications

Regions Covered:

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • Italy
  • France
  • Spain
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • Japan
  • China
  • India
  • Australia
  • New Zealand
  • South Korea
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Argentina
  • Brazil
  • Chile
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:

• Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
• Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
• Covers Market data for the years 2024, 2025, 2026, 2028, and 2032
• Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
• Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
• Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
• Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
• Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements

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Table of Contents

1 Executive Summary

2 Preface

• 2.1 Abstract
• 2.2 Stake Holders
• 2.3 Research Scope
• 2.4 Research Methodology
  • 2.4.1 Data Mining
  • 2.4.2 Data Analysis
  • 2.4.3 Data Validation
  • 2.4.4 Research Approach
• 2.5 Research Sources
  • 2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
  • 2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
  • 2.5.3 Assumptions

3 Market Trend Analysis

• 3.1 Introduction
• 3.2 Drivers
• 3.3 Restraints
• 3.4 Opportunities
• 3.5 Threats
• 3.6 Technology Analysis
• 3.7 Application Analysis
• 3.8 Emerging Markets
• 3.9 Impact of Covid-19

4 Porters Five Force Analysis

• 4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
• 4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
• 4.3 Threat of substitutes
• 4.4 Threat of new entrants
• 4.5 Competitive rivalry

5 Global Biochar Market, By Feedstock

• 5.1 Introduction
• 5.2 Agriculture Waste
• 5.3 Biomass Plantation
• 5.4 Forestry Waste
• 5.5 Animal Manure
• 5.6 Other Feedstocks

6 Global Biochar Market, By Distribution Channel

• 6.1 Introduction
• 6.2 Direct Sales
• 6.3 Indirect Sales

7 Global Biochar Market, By Technology

• 7.1 Introduction
• 7.2 Pyrolysis
• 7.3 Hydrothermal Carbonization
• 7.4 Gasification
• 7.5 Other Technologies

8 Global Biochar Market, By Application

• 8.1 Introduction
• 8.2 Agriculture & Livestock
• 8.3 Construction Material
• 8.4 Energy Production
• 8.5 Water & Wastewater Treatment
• 8.6 Other Applications

9 Global Biochar Market, By Geography

• 9.1 Introduction
• 9.2 North America
  • 9.2.1 US
  • 9.2.2 Canada
  • 9.2.3 Mexico
• 9.3 Europe
  • 9.3.1 Germany
  • 9.3.2 UK
  • 9.3.3 Italy
  • 9.3.4 France
  • 9.3.5 Spain
  • 9.3.6 Rest of Europe
• 9.4 Asia Pacific
  • 9.4.1 Japan
  • 9.4.2 China
  • 9.4.3 India
  • 9.4.4 Australia
  • 9.4.5 New Zealand
  • 9.4.6 South Korea
  • 9.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
• 9.5 South America
  • 9.5.1 Argentina
  • 9.5.2 Brazil
  • 9.5.3 Chile
  • 9.5.4 Rest of South America
• 9.6 Middle East & Africa
  • 9.6.1 Saudi Arabia
  • 9.6.2 UAE
  • 9.6.3 Qatar
  • 9.6.4 South Africa
  • 9.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa

10 Key Developments

• 10.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures
• 10.2 Acquisitions & Mergers
• 10.3 New Product Launch
• 10.4 Expansions
• 10.5 Other Key Strategies

11 Company Profiling

• 11.1 Airex Energie Inc.
• 11.2 Biochar Supreme, LLC
• 11.3 Carbon Gold Ltd.
• 11.4 Cool Planet Energy Systems, Inc.
• 11.5 Pacific Biochar Benefit Corporation
• 11.6 Phoenix Energy
• 11.7 Pyreg GmbH
• 11.8 Agri-Tech Producers, LLC
• 11.9 Biochar Now, LLC
• 11.10 Vega Biofuels, Inc.
• 11.11 American BioChar Company
• 11.12 ArSta Eco Pvt Ltd
• 11.13 Carbo Culture
• 11.14 CharGrow USA, LLC
• 11.15 Carbon Terra GmbH
• 11.16 ECOERA Millennium Biochar
• 11.17 Proactive Agriculture
• 11.18 New England Biochar
• 11.19 Terra Char