

067: Josiah Hunt | Pacific Biochar
Jan 9, 2024
Josiah Hunt from Pacific Biochar discusses the potential of biochar in transforming food systems and mitigating climate change. They explore the role of benefit corporations in prioritizing societal and environmental benefits. The podcast also delves into the accountability of corporations for their impact on the public and ecosystems. Furthermore, they discuss the benefits of using biochar in agriculture and the challenges of incorporating it into existing biomass energy plants. The conversation concludes with exploring tools to create a regenerative movement through funding pilot projects and utilizing carbon credits for biodiversity-positive interventions.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Mission of Pacific Biochar and the Role of Benefit Corporations
01:43 • 4min
Corporate Responsibility and the Ecological Crisis
06:05 • 13min
Biochar: Regenerating Soil and Scaling Systems
18:56 • 18min
Biomass Power Plants and Excessive Forest Biomass
36:48 • 22min
Exploring Nature Positive and Net Zero Frameworks
59:06 • 2min
Benefits of Biochar in Agriculture
01:01:11 • 11min
Off-take agreements, private property rights, and the benefits of biochar
01:12:10 • 17min
Using Tools to Create a Regenerative Movement
01:28:46 • 8min