From Biochar to Carbon Removal: Exploring the Future of CDR with Simon Manley

About this episode

Simon Manley discusses his extensive experience in carbon removal methodologies and his current role at Sylvera.

Simon comes from a project development background and is a respected technical expert with 15+ years of experience in developing and implementing CDR standards and methodologies. He has led and participated in teams to develop Verra's VM0044 Biochar methodology, both Isometric and Puro's Enhanced Rock Weathering methodologies and now new standards for both BECCS and DACCS, commissioned by the UK government. Simon is now Director of CDR for Sylvera , where he leads their team delivering data, assessments and insights to key stakeholders in the voluntary carbon market.

People in this episode

Guest: Simon Manley

Topics covered

• Carbon Dioxide Removal
• Biochar
• Enhanced Rock Weathering
• BECCS
• DACCS
• Voluntary Carbon Market

Keywords

• carbon removal
• biochar
• CDR standards
• voluntary carbon market
• BECCS
• DACCS
• enhanced rock weathering

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Organizations: Verra, Sylvera, UK government, Isometric, Puro

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