This inaugural Biochar Summit, held on June 28, 2023, is the premier Midwest meeting to build community and momentum around the state's current biochar knowledge, application, and production. Participants of all knowledge levels were immersed in the world of biochar. Participants left the summit with explicit knowledge of the process of creating biochar and its broad spectrum of uses.

Comprehensive discussions will help you understand biochar and its potential for carbon sequestration, soil health, stormwater management, etc.  These sessions were for all levels of experience. Thank those who were able to join us to gain knowledge and build momentum with like-minded professionals and community organizers working to bring full-cycle sustainability to the Midwest.

If you missed the 2023 Biochar Summit or just want to review the presentations
Please take a look at the presentations below.

Category: Knowledge

What is Biochar?

Presented by:
Nicholas Vetsch

What Does Soil Health Look Like?

Presented by:
​David Bauer

Biochar + The Environment

Presented by:
Kurt Spokas

Biochar + Stormwater

Presented by:
Ed Matthiesen 

Category: Production

Considerations for
Biochar Production

Presented by:
Brian Barry

The Glows and Grows of Biochar Production

Presented by:
Tom Miles

Biochar Selection for Stormwater Treatment Applications

Presented by 
Bridget Ulrich, Ph.D.

Environmental Permitting Considerations
​for Biochar

Presented by:
Anne Jackson

Category: Applications

Coon Creek-Case Study​

Presented by:
Ed Matthiesen

Cool Soils

Presented by:
Jim Doten

Biochar:
​When Does it Work? When Doesn't it?

Presented by:
Sebastian Behrens

Table Top Discussions