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Bridging the Finance Gap: Impact Investing in Biochar’s Global Potential
The biochar industry stands at a critical juncture, poised for significant growth but facing substantial financing challenges, particularly in the Global South.
As project developers, you’ve likely encountered the gap between available capital and the financial requirements needed to scale your operations effectively. Join us for an insightful webinar exploring Oikocredit‘s role as a pioneering impact investor in high-quality biochar projects.
This session will equip you with:
• A comprehensive overview of diverse financing models tailored to biochar initiatives • Real-world examples of successful strategies to bridge the finance gap
• Practical guidance on enhancing your project’s “investor readiness”
• Insights into integrating social impact metrics into your biochar business model
• Strategies for aligning your projects with impact investors’ ESG criteria
Moreover, this webinar offers a unique opportunity to engage in a collaborative discussion on growing the biochar industry. Together, we’ll explore how to unlock biochar’s full potential in addressing climate change and empowering farmers globally.
Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights, network with industry peers, and help shape the future of biochar financing.
Beryl van Andel, Innovation Specialist at Oikocredit, brings a unique blend of expertise to the biochar sector. With a background in architecture and as a chartered digital finance practitioner, Beryl has founded several startups and worked across consulting, venture capital, and financial inclusion. Her passion for innovation drives Oikocredit’s biochar initiatives, where she develops new financing solutions that enable scaling and maximize social impact. Beryl’s multidisciplinary approach is instrumental in developing sustainable finance in the biochar industry.
Gabriela Cecotti Nery Ferreira is an investment officer at Oikocredit’s São Paulo office. Her diverse background encompasses law, international development, and business, including experience with various UN agencies and an MBA from Luiss Business School. Gabriela’s keen eye for social impact has led her to work closely with biochar projects in Brazil, where she applies her expertise to align investment strategies with sustainable development goals. Her hands-on experience in the field provides valuable insights into the practical challenges and opportunities in biochar financing.