Information for householders

Thinking about installing a biochar production systems?

Households and small businesses are reaping the benefits of the circular economy. By installing a biochar production systems in your home or business, you can reduce your fertilizer bills, increase production and receive additional financial incentives.

We are responsible for administering certificates of entitlement for installations. These certificates provide incentives for homes and businesses to install biochar production systems such as the Kon-Tiki Kiln and Top Lit Up Draft (TLUD). Under this process, accredited AWT facility can create small-scale technology certificates (STCs).

Deciding to install a biochar production system is a major decision for any household. It's important you understand the types of systems available, the eligibility requirements, installation process and incentives available before you start.

About the biochar production system

Encouraging households and small businesses investment in biochar production system to participate in the carbon removal market.

Biochar production system

What households and businesses need to know about picking an biochar production system.

Types of pyrolysis system

The system you install will depend on your personal circumstances, like:

● waste biomass types

● Amount of waste biomass treated

● location

● budget

● any other systems you have installed

Make sure you research which system best suits your needs and get multiple quotes to compare the systems.

About the BidCarbon Standard Scheme

Eligible biochar production system are part of the BidCarbon Standard Scheme and must be installed in a project to create small-scale technology certificates and you may be eligible to apply for BidCarbon removal units under the scheme.

Using an agent

Installing a biochar production system and creating small-scale technology certificates (STCs) can be complicated. To make things simpler, most system owners choose to use a registered agent.

Registered agents:


● calculate the financial benefit you're eligible for

● coordinate the purchase and installation of your system

● allow the system owner to get a discount without having to create STCs themselves.

Find out more about registered agents.

If you have a complaint about your retailer or concerns about your installation, there are steps you can take to follow up.

Complaints and consumer protection