We believe in transforming agricultural waste into an opportunity for farmers, communities, and the planet. Founded in Kenya, we combine local innovation with global expertise to deliver clean energy, sustainable agriculture, and verified carbon removals.
Since 2019, we have been refining the RoCC kiln concept and expanding biochar production across Kenya.
Dr. Paul S. Anderson (“Dr. TLUD”) begins experimenting with Top-Lit UpDraft stoves. Designed to provide clean cooking and leave behind biochar.
TLUDs spread to more than 30 countries. Research confirms their ability to produce clean energy and climate-positive biochar.
Dr. Anderson designs the RoCC kiln (Retort-Optimized Cone Kiln). In 2021, first units are fabricated at Kisii University and tested in Kisii, Nyakach, and Ahero.
Founded by Gilbert Mwangi with support from Dr. Anderson. Pilot projects in Bungoma County show biochar increases maize yields by 20–30%. By 2023, more than 170 tonnes CO₂e removed.
Transition from RoCC to Panel Kilns for easier, modular, and scalable biochar production. Adopt CharTrac Digital MRV to track carbon credits with GPS, photos, and blockchain.
Household TLUD cookstoves with phone charging (TEG) and biochar collection introduced in Bungoma. Supported by women’s groups and Rotary partners. Goal: 800 stoves in use by 2025, each removing about 0.5–1 tCO₂e annually.