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Biochar production systems

Last updated 2 November 2025

Before you install a biochar production systems, make sure you understand:

■ what type of biochar production systems should you install

■ the installation requirements

■ which systems and components are eligible

■ which installers and designers are approved under the Technical Governance Committee.

There are 2 types of biochar production systems eligible under the scheme:

■ high-scale technology (pause)

■ small-scale technology

Production device used for small-scale technology are generally classified as either pyrolysis technology (in which oxidants are excluded), or gasification technology (in which oxidant concentrations are low enough to generate syngas).

A mobile industrial-grade pyrolysis gasifier purchased through a retailer is also classified as a small-scale technology.

Type of biochar production systems

To be eligible for STCs, newly installed biochar production systems must meet certain requirements.

small-scale technology

A small-scale technology must:

■ have STCs created within 12 months of the installation

■ have its component listed on the approved product list

■ meet dMRV design and install guidelines

■ comply with all consumer law

■ be classified as small-scale.

Find out more about how to install a small-scale technology.

high-scale technology

high-scale technology must:

■ be listed on the register of high-scale technology

■ have STCs created within 12 months of the installation.

Find out more about how to install a high-scale technology.

New systems

Expanding systems and creating STCs

If you expand your system before your initial claim for STCs is approved, you risk not being able to create any STCs for the system.

Find out more about upgrading a small-scale technology.

You should consider your options and compare the benefits and costs of installing a new or expanded system. This includes:

■ upgrade or add capacity

■ compliance with current standards

■ operating efficiency

■ hidden costs of changes or upgrades

■ impacts on carbon content, ash content.

■ increased carbon capture

If you are expanding a system, you may need to replace or upgrade components of your system to participate in the method.

We have provided some examples to help you determine if your new system, or updates to an existing system, is eligible.

Expanding, upgrading or replacing existing systems

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