Climate Action Thai Farmers Scaling Carbon Removal

Challenge

Smallholder farmers in Phrao, Thailand, struggle with poor soil quality and limited access to nature-based sustainable resources. Crop waste is often burned, releasing harmful carbon emissions into the atmosphere. This practice not only contributes to air pollution but also wastes a valuable resource that could improve soil health. Without alternatives, farmers face ongoing environmental and agricultural challenges that limit productivity and harm the environment.

Solution

With funds to install and operate, this project will enable farmers to convert crop waste into biochar, a soil enhancer that retains nutrients and moisture. We will collect the crop waste to clear the farms or farmers will bring waste to the facility, reducing open burning and carbon emissions. The biochar will be distributed to local farmers to improve soil health, boost crop yields, and promote sustainable farming practices, creating a long-term, eco-friendly solution for the community.

Long-Term Impact

This project will establish sustainable waste management and soil enrichment practices, helping farmers increase yields and improve resilience against climate change. We will fine-tune the process and expand the program. By reducing open burning, we lower carbon emissions, contributing to cleaner air and a healthier environment. Over time, it fosters a self-sustaining model that benefits the entire community, providing lasting agricultural and environmental improvements for generations to come.

Resources

• https:/​/​warmheartworldwide.org
• Producing Biochar with WasteX's Carbonizer