Biochar Industrial Group (BIG)
Nigeria
◆ About Biochar Industrial Group (BIG)
Climate tech startup developing a Biochar-as-a-Service model that converts agricultural waste into soil-improving biochar while generating carbon removal credits.
◆ What sets it apart
BIG finances, installs, and operates on-site industrial pyrolyzers for customers at little or no upfront cost, then shares revenue from biochar and carbon credits.
◆ Sectors
◆ Business
Modelhardware
CustomerAgricultural processors and agribusinesses generating biomass waste
◆ Notable
- Raised $1.5 million in pre-seed funding
- Funding round led by BREEGA with participation from Catalyst Fund and Mulago Foundation
- Launched a Biochar-as-a-Service model in Nigeria
- Operates Nigeria's first industrial biochar plant
◆ Funding rounds
◆ Explore the market
◆ FAQ
What does Biochar Industrial Group (BIG) do?
Climate tech startup developing a Biochar-as-a-Service model that converts agricultural waste into soil-improving biochar while generating carbon removal credits.
Where is Biochar Industrial Group (BIG) based?
Biochar Industrial Group (BIG) is based in Nigeria, founded in 2025.
How much has Biochar Industrial Group (BIG) raised?
Biochar Industrial Group (BIG) has raised $1.5M in tracked funding and is currently at the pre-seed stage.
Who has invested in Biochar Industrial Group (BIG)?
Investors in Biochar Industrial Group (BIG) include BREEGA, Catalyst Fund, Mulago Foundation and The Catalyst Fund.