Regulation

CRCF Methodology for Biochar Carbon Removal

CRCF Certification Methodology – Biochar Carbon Removal (BCR)

Two-framework evaluation · independent scoring

CRCF (certification)Aligned

EU Biomass Strategy (allocation)Not aligned

↯ Two-framework dissonance — CRCF assessment differs from EU Biomass Strategy assessment. The asymmetry is the signal, not a defect.

Type: REGULATION

Scope: EU · EU

Status: ACTIVE

Responsible agency: European Commission

First CRCF certification methodology adopted on 3 February 2026, covering biochar carbon removal.