Briquettes

Briquettes are clean, solid fuel blocks produced by compressing finely crushed biochar with a natural binder, such as cassava starch paste, into a compact shape and allowing them to dry before use. They provide a sustainable alternative to firewood and charcoal by converting agricultural and household organic waste into a reliable source of clean energy for cooking and heating.

Briquettes burn for longer, produce less smoke when properly made, and help reduce dependence on wood fuel, thereby contributing to the protection of forests and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. In addition to their environmental benefits, briquette production creates income-generating opportunities for women, youth, and community enterprises by transforming locally available waste materials into marketable products.

As part of a circular economy, briquettes demonstrate how waste can be converted into clean energy solutions that improve livelihoods while promoting healthier communities and a more sustainable environment.