Eligibility for production of biochar

A waste treatment facility or unit that generates biochar from renewable sources may be eligible to participate in the BidCarbon Standard Scheme.

Under the schemes, an eligible facility or unit can apply for AWT facility accreditation or for the creation of small-scale technology certificates.

Before deciding to participate, ensure you understand:

● which facility or unit is appropriate for the scheme,

● your individual circumstances,

● relevant commercial arrangements, and

● the professional skills required for compliance.

Eligible facility or unit

The following are technology for waste treatment facility or unit under the BPS Standard:

● AWT facility

(a) pyrolysis technology 

(b) gasification technology

● small-scale technology unit

(a) pyrolysis technology

(b) gasification technology.

Small-scale technology certificates eligibility

Small-scale technology certificates process

● Most householders and small businesses use a registered agent to claim STCs in return for an upfront discount on the cost of installing the system

● The person claiming STCs applies to participate after the system is installed

● Systems can't be pre-approved. Participants should check that their system will be eligible prior to installation and use approved products and installers. Eligibility is determined after the system is installed and an application is received

Find out more about creating STCs.

Alternative waste treatment (AWT) facility  eligibility

AWT facility accreditation process:

● must apply for accreditation

● must use waste biomass types as a raw material for processing into biochar.

● have ongoing obligations to maintain accreditation.

Find out more about AWT facility.