International Biochar Asia Pacific
Trade Association – IBAP

The International Biochar Asia Pacific Trade Association (IBAP) was officially established on March 21, 2025. It was founded by a coalition of experts, researchers, and business owners who recognize biochar as a critical key to sustainable environmental solutions and long-term carbon sequestration.

As a regional hub for the Asia-Pacific, IBAP is dedicated to promoting and advancing the biochar ecosystem. We bridge the gap between academic knowledge, research, and innovation while actively supporting both producers and buyers. By driving the adoption of biochar across economic, social, and environmental dimensions, we strive to establish international standards within Thailand and throughout the region.

Vision

Driving Biochar Solutions for Positive Impacts
in the Asia-Pacific

Mission

Building a regional knowledge hub and network, promoting biochar as a primary solution for circular waste management, and inspiring innovation across the entire value chain.

Objectives of IBAP

1. To promote the enterprise of biochar production and distribution both domestically and internationally.
2. To support and assist members in resolving obstacles and difficulties, including negotiating agreements with external parties for mutual benefits in business operations, such as production, manufacturing processes, appropriate local biomass supply chain management, and recycling management.
3. To link the supply chain for enterprises and members, connecting producers, buyers, sellers, and carbon credit management organizations both domestically and internationally.
4. To promote research and development in biochar production from biomass and to disseminate academic and technical knowledge.
5. To develop biochar production methods to reduce costs and increase value across various industries, including developing access channels to products for the agricultural and industrial sectors.
6. To establish a biomass database regarding production and yields to compile statistics sufficient for raw material and waste source management, conducted with the consent of members.
7. To promote the production of quality biochar through correct processes in accordance with international standards, emphasizing Bio-Circulation and the utilization of carbon credits.
8. To cooperate with the government in promoting production, distribution, and knowledge dissemination, as well as waste reduction or any other activities that contribute to a sustainable Green Economy.
9. To promote production at the community and community enterprise levels to ensure sufficient supply to meet the demands of the domestic market and the Asia-Pacific region.
10. To mediate and compromise in disputes between members, or between members and external parties, arising from business operations.

IBAP Roadmap

Phrase 1

Building Organization & Networks

Phrase 2

Scaling Pilot Projects and Standard Certification

Phrase 3

Regional Knowledge Hub

Phrase 4

Expanding to Global Scale