History of
High Plains Biochar
High Plains Biochar takes immense pride in being at the forefront of biochar innovation, technology, and research.
With unwavering dedication, we strive to make biochar stoves and biochar technology readily accessible to individuals & businesses both locally and globally, who share our passion for biochar and its incredible potential in the realm of carbon negative technology.
By harnessing the power of biochar, we aim to contribute towards a greener and more sustainable future. With our cutting-edge biochar stoves and innovative biochar technology, we are actively working towards reducing carbon emissions and making a significant impact on the environment.
We invite you to join us in this noble endeavor as we pave the way for a brighter and cleaner future. Choose High Plains Biochar for all your biochar needs. Together, let us create a world where carbon reduction is not just a dream, but a reality.
2016
Founded in Chadron Nebraska
We started producing biochar on a commercial scale in 2016 at our location in Chadron Nebraska. Utilizing waste from the Pine Ridge National Forest.
2017
In 2017 we moved to Laramie Wyoming to have better access to the biochar markets in Colorado as well as abundant wood waste form local sawmills.
2018
Successful feed trial reducing methane
in 2018 we completed our first feed trial with the University of Nebraska where we saw a 10% reduction in methane after feeding biochar. This led to the AAAS making a video about our response to global warming.
Moved To
Laramie, Wyoming
2019
Spoke at Biochar 2019 on the CSU campus
The summer of 2019 our own Rowdy Yeatts was asked to speak at the national biochar conference held in Ft. Collins Colorado.
2021
Working pilot unit to demonstrate technology
After 2 years of R&D we created a working pilot unit to demonstrate the technology which operates on 75% less energy than similar furnaces.
2021
Accepted into the gBETA program
In April of 2021, High Plains Biochar were accepted into the Cheyenne gBETA business accelerator program.
2022
Accepted into the REACH program
In 2022, High Plains Biochar was accepted into the REACH program to commercialize the RocketChar technology
2022
RocketChar 301
1st Year of Machine Production
In 2022, High Plains Biochar officially went into production and built the first batch of RocketChar 301 Machines to be sold commercially to the public.
2023
Boulder Biochar Barrel Invented
In 2023 High Plains Biochar invented the Boulder Biochar Barrel, specifically designed for small-scale and personal biochar production
2023
Accepted to the Air Miners Launchpad
High Plains Biochar is proud to have been accepted to the Air Miners Launchpad, a national program designed to accelerate startups in the carbon-removal industry.