The Cacao Biochar Project in Ghana transforms cocoa pod husks and bamboo biomass into biochar, addressing both environmental and agricultural challenges in one of Ghana’s key cocoa-growing regions. Traditionally, after harvesting cocoa beans, farmers either burn the pods or leave them to decompose, which promotes fungal growth that harms cacao trees.

By partnering with Planboo, Tachibana incentivizes farmers to turn this agricultural waste into biochar instead.

This approach not only prevents methane emissions from open burning and fungal infestations but also enriches soil health while sequestering carbon in the form of biochar. The project benefits from the collaboration between a Japanese chocolate company, Ghanaian cocoa farmers, Swedish technology, and a Swiss carbon standard—making it a truly global initiative.

If this project doesn’t satisfy your carbon-conscious sweet tooth, what will?