01 What is the June 2025  IBI Academy & CBEN Conference  Program?

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The Circular Bio-nutrient Economy Network (CBEN) and the International Biochar Initiative (IBI) are partnering to offer a multi-day biochar education and capacity-building program in East Africa in June 2025. The event includes a 3-day IBI Biochar Academy focused on business development, followed by a 2-day CBEN conference centered on nutrient and carbon recovery.

 

 

 02  When and where will the 2025  IBI Academy & CBEN Conference be

​ The event will be held from 2nd-6th June 2025 at Sunstar Hotel in Thika, Kiambu County, Kenya.

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 03  What are the objectives of the event?

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Attendees can expect to develop knowledge and skills in biochar business development, build community across the biochar and nutrient recovery industry, identify common regional challenges, advocate and educate about biochar, and connect with representatives within project finance, standardization, and research.

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 04  Can participants choose which parts of the event to attend?

Yes, participants can attend the entire 5-day event (both the Biochar Academy and CBEN conference) or choose to attend only one of the components: either the 3-day Biochar Academy or the 2-day CBEN conference.

 

 

 05  Who should attend this event?

The event is designed for large international stakeholders, smallholder farmers, project developers, biochar producers, carbon professionals, and various biochar and organic fertilizer industry professionals.

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 06  How can I express interest in attending or get more information?

Interested individuals are encouraged to share their contact details through the interest form provided on the event page.