Biomass Carbon Removal Validation

Independent technical assessment for climate technology companies developing biomass-based carbon removal solutions, supply chain traceability systems, or forest carbon monitoring platforms.

Is This For You?

This service supports:

• BiCRS technology developers (biochar, BECCS, bio-oil sequestration) requiring feedstock sustainability validation
• Forest monitoring platform companies seeking methodology credibility
• Supply chain traceability technology providers needing standards expertise
• Carbon accounting software companies requiring protocol knowledge
• Investors conducting technical due diligence on carbon removal technologies

Technology Development Challenges

Feedstock Sustainability Validation

Biomass-based carbon removal requires demonstrating that feedstock sourcing does not create negative environmental impacts through land use change, forest degradation, or displacement of alternative uses. This assessment requires lifecycle analysis and supply chain expertise.

Carbon Accounting Methodology

Emerging carbon removal technologies often lack established protocols under major carbon standards. Developing credible carbon accounting methodologies requires understanding of MRV system design, additionality demonstration, and verification requirements.

Supply Chain Transparency

Proving biomass origin and chain of custody requires data standards and traceability systems. Lack of industry standards creates barriers to scalability and buyer confidence.

Market Credibility

Technology companies face skepticism about performance claims and carbon accounting rigor. Independent validation by technical experts helps differentiate credible solutions from greenwashing.

How Arbos Supports Technology Validation

Biomass Feedstock Expertise

Current role as Senior Sustainable Biomass Scientist at Carbon Direct involves technical reviews of biomass-based carbon dioxide removal projects globally. This includes assessment of feedstock sustainability, lifecycle greenhouse gas accounting, and supply chain analysis.

Standards Development Leadership

Chair of W3C BOOST (Biomass Open Origin Standard for Tracking) Community Group, creating open-source data standards for biomass supply chain transparency and regulatory compliance. This work addresses interoperability barriers in biomass chain of custody systems.

Carbon Methodology Experience

Author of VCS methodology for measuring forest biomass using remote sensing, demonstrating experience translating technical approaches into verified carbon accounting protocols. 30+ peer-reviewed publications on forest biomass and supply chain optimization provide research foundation.

Independent Technical Assessment

Arbos provides third-party evaluation without conflicts of interest from technology sales or carbon credit generation. Independence supports use of validation in investor due diligence and buyer credibility assessment.

Relevant Capabilities

• Carbon Market Development - Verification methodology development and standards advisory
• Supply Chain Optimization - Biomass feedstock analysis and logistics modeling
• Biomass & Forest Products - Technology assessment and lifecycle GHG analysis
• Remote Sensing Applications - Forest monitoring and machine learning implementation

Technical Credentials

• Senior Sustainable Biomass Scientist, Carbon Direct (2023-present)
• Chair, W3C BOOST Community Group for biomass tracking standards
• Author, VCS methodology for forest biomass measurement using remote sensing
• 30+ peer-reviewed publications on biomass, supply chain optimization, and lifecycle assessment
• PhD research on forest biomass management and remote sensing
• Contributed to SB1122 amendments for biomass power plants (California legislative support)

Assessment Services

Feedstock Sustainability Evaluation

• Biomass availability assessment at regional and national scales
• Lifecycle greenhouse gas analysis of forest bioenergy systems
• Supply chain development and sourcing strategy review
• Environmental impact assessment for biomass conversion technologies
• Integration of forest management objectives with biomass utilization

Carbon Accounting Methodology Development

• MRV system design for carbon removal quantification
• Additionality and baseline methodology development
• Quality assurance frameworks for carbon credit verification
• Protocol compliance assessment (VCS, Puro.earth, etc.)
• Uncertainty quantification and statistical validation

Standards and Interoperability

• BOOST standard implementation for supply chain traceability
• Data schema development for biomass tracking systems
• Regulatory compliance frameworks across jurisdictions
• Technical advisory for carbon market standards bodies
• Open-source tool development for industry benefit

Technology Due Diligence

• Technology readiness level analysis
• Economic feasibility assessment
• Market opportunity analysis
• Competitive landscape evaluation
• Technical risk assessment for investors

Engagement Models

Technical validation projects typically involve:

1. Technology Review: Assessment of carbon removal approach, feedstock requirements, and carbon accounting methodology
2. Gap Analysis: Identification of technical, methodological, or data gaps requiring resolution
3. Validation Report: Independent technical assessment for investors, buyers, or standards bodies
4. Ongoing Advisory: Strategic guidance on methodology development, standards engagement, or market positioning

For standards development:

• Participation in working groups and technical committees
• Contribution to protocol development and public comment processes
• Facilitation between technology developers and standards bodies

Related Insights

• Introducing the BOOST Standard for Biomass Tracking - Open-source data standards for supply chain transparency

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