Earth-based venture Sayari joins forces with Stellenbosch University to accelerate the development of biochar, a potentially beneficial material for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing biodiversity.
In an exciting development, Sayari Earth and Stellenbosch University have joined forces to advance mobile biochar technology and tackle pressing environmental challenges in South Africa. The research partnership, set to run from August 2025 to July 2026, will focus on the Western Cape and KwaZulu-Natal regions.
The project offers an opportunity to contribute to building the evidence base for the sustainability of nature-based solutions that restore natural ecosystems and serve people directly. Sayari Earth will provide mobile biochar technology, carbon monitoring, community capacity building, and economic analysis using earth observation tools, while Stellenbosch University's School for Climate Studies will offer academic leadership, with a focus on biodiversity research, soil and biomass carbon assessment, and development of biochar value chains.
Dr. Hassan Sachedina, CEO and Founder of Sayari Earth, emphasizes the goal of turning waste invasive biomass into a climate asset while creating new livelihood opportunities. The initiative aims to remove carbon from the atmosphere for centuries, restore biodiversity, improve water security, and create economic opportunities locally.
Principal goals include tackling challenges related to invasive alien plants (IAPs) by converting them into biochar, which both reduces ecological damage and sequesters carbon. The project aims to establish South Africa as a global leader in biochar technology for climate mitigation and ecosystem restoration.
Prof. Guy Midgley, Director of the School for Climate Studies, expresses excitement about the collaboration with Sayari Earth on biodiversity research, carbon data analysis, and value chain studies. Early findings on value chain feasibility are expected by the end of 2025. If successful, the project could position South Africa as a leader in global biochar-based carbon removal and biodiversity restoration efforts.
This partnership exemplifies collaboration between commercial technology and academic research to develop sustainable solutions that address climate change, biodiversity loss, and local economic development. The project aims to deliver nature-based solutions that benefit both people and the planet, with a solid academic foundation.
As the research phase of the project commences in August 2025 and concludes in July 2026, we eagerly await updates on the project's progress. Stay tuned for more information.
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