The African Biochar Alliance Summit, organized by African Biochar Alliance will bring together investors, policymakers, project developers, researchers, standards bodies, and industry leaders in Lusaka, Zambia, to advance Africa’s regenerative carbon economy. The two-day program will explore biochar, carbon markets, project finance, and scalable climate-smart solutions, with a focus on connecting farmers, developers, buyers, and investors to strengthen high-integrity nature-based carbon markets. Learn more and register here.

Session: Verification, Integrity & Market Confidence

Date: Wednesday, October 28 | 11:30 am – 12:10 pm local time

Verra staff moderating: Heather McEwan, regional representative, Africa and the Middle East

Description: An important discussion on the role of governments, standards, and national frameworks in supporting credible regenerative carbon systems. Topics include market readiness, policy alignment, safeguards, and the implications of Article 6 for African countries.

Session: Policy, Regulation & Article 6

Date: Wednesday, October 28 | 1:45 – 2:25 pm local time

Verra staff speaking: Heather McEwan, regional representative, Africa and the Middle East

Description: An important discussion on the role of governments, standards, and national frameworks in supporting credible regenerative carbon systems. Topics include market readiness, policy alignment, safeguards, and the implications of Article 6 for African countries.