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Alastair Collier
Chief R&D Officer at A Healthier Earth and leader in biochar project development, experienced in structuring biochar projects within a data-center-owned corporate and private equity context.
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Jan 20, 2026
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383: The Biochar Company Owned by a Data Center Company Owned by Private Equity—w/ Alastair Collier, A Healthier Earth
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Alastair Collier, Chief R&D Officer at A Healthier Earth, shares his expertise in biochar project development. He discusses why biochar is a better fit for private equity than venture capital, emphasizing the need for developers to focus on conventional business metrics. Alastair also covers the challenges of financial structuring, the importance of clear unit economics, and the need for scalable, repeatable projects. His insights into negotiating with private equity and building robust financial cases make for a compelling conversation for anyone in carbon removal.
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