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BIOSORRA

BIOSORRA addresses climate change by transforming agricultural waste into clean energy, bio-oil, and biochar for carbon removal. Their unique approach involves producing biochar to improve soil health, increase crop yields, and sequester CO2. BIOSORRA has supported over 3,000 farmers, increased their incomes by 50%, and improved water replenishment by 30%. Their patented technology provides a scalable solution for climate change and sustainable agriculture in the Global South, distinguishing them with international awards and a focus on regenerative agriculture and sustainable construction materials using biochar.
2022
11-50
Asheville, North Carolina, United States

https://www.biosorra.com/

Carbon CaptureSustainability
Innovation
Investment Funding
People
Products
Future Plan
Awards and Recognitions
M&A and Collabs
News

Innovation

Industry Problem

BIOSORRA addresses the urgent need to remove CO2 emissions permanently to combat climate change, while tackling soil degradation, water scarcity, and low farmer incomes in the Global South through sustainable agriculture solutions.

R&D Focus

BIOSORRA’s R&D focuses on carbon sequestration through biochar production and application, specifically optimizing biochar for soil health improvement and climate mitigation. Their niche segment includes regenerative agriculture and sustainable construction materials using biochar as a cement replacement.

Innovative Solution

BIOSORRA uses biochar, a carbon-rich material made from agricultural waste through a process called pyrolysis. This biochar is added to soil to sequester CO2 permanently, improving soil health by boosting fertility, increasing water retention, preventing erosion, and enhancing nutrient uptake by plants. Through technical soil assessments and regenerative agriculture training, BIOSORRA helps farmers optimize biochar use to increase crop yields and incomes, while significantly reducing carbon emissions and supporting climate resilience in vulnerable communities.

Solution Effectiveness

BIOSORRA has sequestered over 900 tons of CO2 while serving 3,000+ farmers, increasing their incomes by 50% and improving water replenishment by 30%. Their biochar improves soil fertility, prevents erosion, and boosts nutrient retention, making it a powerful, scalable solution for climate change and sustainable agriculture in the Global South.

Investment Funding

Last Funding Stage

Seed

Total Funding Amount

$335.0K

Last Funding Amount

$335.0K

Last Funding Date

April, 2025

Startup Stage

Pre-Seed

Lead Investors

XPRIZE, Musk Foundation

People

Founders

  • Ines Serra Baucells
  • Carla Escobedo Jalife

Board Members

CEO

  • Ines Serra Baucells

Products

Product

– Biochar Bora – Used to improve soil quality by increasing fertility, moisture retention, and nutrient uptake while sequestering carbon. – Soil Assessment – Technical analysis to evaluate soil health and determine the right amount of biochar needed. – Trainings – Regenerative agriculture education programs to teach farmers how to use biochar effectively and improve crop yields. – Wood Vinegar – A byproduct of biochar production used as a natural pesticide and soil enhancer. – Biochar for Construction – Biochar used as a sustainable partial replacement for cement in building materials, reducing carbon emissions in construction. – Customer Reviews – NA

Star Product

Biochar Bora is the core solution that delivers multiple benefits, sequestering carbon permanently to fight climate change, improving soil fertility, boosting crop yields, increasing water retention, and preventing soil erosion. Its direct impact on both environmental sustainability and farmers’ incomes makes it the most valuable and central product in Biosorra’s portfolio.

Demo Product or Complete Product?

Biosorra’s first product, Biochar Bora, was launched in 2023. This biofertilizer is produced using Biosorra’s patented pyrolysis technology, which transforms agricultural waste into biochar. Biochar Bora enhances soil fertility, improves water retention, and increases crop yields, while also sequestering carbon dioxide. The product was introduced as part of Biosorra’s efforts to provide affordable and sustainable agricultural solutions to farmers in Kenya, contributing to climate justice and food security.

Future Plan

Market Expansion

The company plans to scale its operations across sub-Saharan Africa,focusing on countries such as Ghana and other regions where agriculture is vital to the economy .

Awards and Recognitions

Awards

– 2024 Keeling Curve Prize – Food for Good Accelerator Finalist 2021 -XPRIZE Carbon Removal – Student Award Winner – MIT Solve Global Challenges Finalist 2022 – Wharton Africa Business Forum Semifinalist 2021

Media Apperance

– Farmers Review Africa – Carbon Herald

Certifications

– ICROA Certification – European Biochar Certificate (EBC) -World Biochar Certificate (WBC) – KEBS Certification

M&A and Collabs

Collab

Biosorra collaborated with Shopify, a global e-commerce leader, to scale its carbon removal efforts. This collaboration has enabled Biosorra to double the capacity of its biochar production facility in Kenya, known as Project Hippo, and accelerate hiring for key roles.

Collab

Biosorra collaborated with Strathmore Business School for academic programs and utilizes the university’s agriculture research lab. This partnership supports business development and provides access to climate action initiatives in Kenya.

Project Queries

Deepak Syal (Director)

+91-8297806050
Chakshu Kalra (Director)
+91-9878481471
United States
+1-202-455-5058
Singapore
+65 84306322