Dark Earth Carbon
Headquarters: Iringa, Tanzania
Dark Earth Carbon (DEC) is a Tanzanian company that produces biochar in a large pyrolysis plant in Iringa, Tanzania, using wood waste from forest management and wood processing companies. They use the biochar as fertilizer and are committed to climate protection and improving the quality of life through carbon storage and enhanced soil fertility. They are planning a second pyrolysis plant in Mafinga.
Company Overview
| Role | Plant Operator |
|---|---|
| Status | Operational |
| Founded | 2024 |
| Technology | Continuous |
| Headquarters | Iringa, Tanzania |
| Region | Africa |
| Feedstock Types | Wood WastePruning ResiduesBiomass |
| Products & Output | Biochar |
Plant Locations (2)
| City | Country | Commissioned | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iringa | Tanzania | 2024 | Operational |
| Mafinga | Tanzania | — | Under Construction |
Links & Sources
| Website | Visit Website |
|---|---|
| Data Sources |
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