Advanced Charcoal Production Technology
Balt Carbon specializes in delivering turnkey solutions for charcoal and biochar production.
Leveraging over 15 years of expertise and the proven SIFIC/CISR Lambiotte retort technology, we serve clients across forestry, metallurgy, and agriculture sectors.
European Engineering with Global Reach
Headquartered in Latvia, BaltCarbon’s equipment is manufactured in compliance with EU industrial standards, ensuring quality and reliability.
Our solutions are ready for deployment across Europe and other regions seeking sustainable carbon solutions.
Our solutions are ready for deployment across Europe and other regions seeking sustainable carbon solutions.
Our Offerings
We provide tailored services and technology solutions for charcoal producers, covering process optimization, equipment design, automation, and sustainable practices.
- Charcoal Production Technology
- SIFIC/CISR Lambiotte retorts with capacities ranging from 8,000 to 16,000 tons annually
- Continuous, fully automated processes
- High labor efficiency and maximum charcoal yield
- Homogeneous and controlled product quality
- Integration of pyrolysis gas reuse for energy generation
- Turnkey Project Implementation
- Comprehensive project development from design to commissioning
- Installation and setup of production facilities
- Staff training and operational support
- Production of electrical and thermal energy in cogeneration mode
- Carbon Credit Solutions
- Assistance with carbon credit registration and verification
- Management of carbon assets for revenue generation
Technology in numbers
From 16,000 to 32,000 tonnes of certified biochar per year — from a single to dual continuous-flow line, on a 600 m² footprint, operated by a team of 12 to 15 people.
Continuous pyrolysis at 500°C, fully integrated drying zone, autothermic operation requiring no external fuel.
The system's proven 15-year operational lifespan, combined with low parasitic power (40–60 kW for control systems only), and complete pyrolysis gas combustion for energy recovery, means it runs predictably with minimal downtime.
Consistent biochar output, quality after quality. Thermal energy (13 Gcal/h) available for your facility's preheating, drying, or steam generation.
Continuous pyrolysis at 500°C, fully integrated drying zone, autothermic operation requiring no external fuel.
The system's proven 15-year operational lifespan, combined with low parasitic power (40–60 kW for control systems only), and complete pyrolysis gas combustion for energy recovery, means it runs predictably with minimal downtime.
Consistent biochar output, quality after quality. Thermal energy (13 Gcal/h) available for your facility's preheating, drying, or steam generation.
Energy generation
The Lambiotte 6000 is not just a biochar production facility. It's an integrated energy generator.
The Process
Pyrolysis gases generated at ~1000°C in the combustion chamber are recovered through a heat exchanger system. This thermal energy is distributed in two ways:
1. Internal loop: 4.75 Gcal/h recirculated back into the drying zone, maintaining process temperature and reducing external fuel demand.
2. Available for your use: 13 Gcal/h delivered to your facility for any thermal application—preheating, drying, steam generation, or direct process heating.
Fossil Fuel Replacement
A 32,000 t/year biochar system eliminates the need for:
- Natural gas: ~1,500 nm³/h (equivalent heating capacity)
- Fuel oil: ~1,100 kg/h
- Coal or coke (as fuel): ~1,800 kg/h
You choose based on your current energy mix.
Real Economics
In our standard financial model for 32,000 t/year production:
- Heat cost credit: €163/t of biochar produced
- Annual heat value: €5.2M (at full capacity)
- This directly offsets biochar production costs
The system pays for itself through thermal energy alone in many scenarios.
Operational Benefits
- Zero external fuel purchase for the biochar process itself
- Reduced energy costs across your entire facility
- Peak-load leveling — use excess heat during low-demand periods
- Process flexibility — adjust heat output to match your facility's seasonal needs
- Reliability — autothermic operation means no fossil fuel supply interruptions
Environmental Impact
Every 13 Gcal/h of thermal energy produced by the Lambiotte system avoids:
- Gas furnace CO₂ emissions (~2,500 kg CO₂/Gcal)
- Oil burner emissions (~2,600 kg CO₂/Gcal)
- Coal boiler emissions (~2,700 kg CO₂/Gcal)
That's ~32,500 kg CO₂/hour avoided—or ~254 million kg CO₂/year from thermal replacement alone (for full-load operation).
The Process
Pyrolysis gases generated at ~1000°C in the combustion chamber are recovered through a heat exchanger system. This thermal energy is distributed in two ways:
1. Internal loop: 4.75 Gcal/h recirculated back into the drying zone, maintaining process temperature and reducing external fuel demand.
2. Available for your use: 13 Gcal/h delivered to your facility for any thermal application—preheating, drying, steam generation, or direct process heating.
Fossil Fuel Replacement
A 32,000 t/year biochar system eliminates the need for:
- Natural gas: ~1,500 nm³/h (equivalent heating capacity)
- Fuel oil: ~1,100 kg/h
- Coal or coke (as fuel): ~1,800 kg/h
You choose based on your current energy mix.
Real Economics
In our standard financial model for 32,000 t/year production:
- Heat cost credit: €163/t of biochar produced
- Annual heat value: €5.2M (at full capacity)
- This directly offsets biochar production costs
The system pays for itself through thermal energy alone in many scenarios.
Operational Benefits
- Zero external fuel purchase for the biochar process itself
- Reduced energy costs across your entire facility
- Peak-load leveling — use excess heat during low-demand periods
- Process flexibility — adjust heat output to match your facility's seasonal needs
- Reliability — autothermic operation means no fossil fuel supply interruptions
Environmental Impact
Every 13 Gcal/h of thermal energy produced by the Lambiotte system avoids:
- Gas furnace CO₂ emissions (~2,500 kg CO₂/Gcal)
- Oil burner emissions (~2,600 kg CO₂/Gcal)
- Coal boiler emissions (~2,700 kg CO₂/Gcal)
That's ~32,500 kg CO₂/hour avoided—or ~254 million kg CO₂/year from thermal replacement alone (for full-load operation).
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Our Projects
Discover our successful projects and case studies demonstrating how we optimize production, enhance sustainability, and drive innovation in the charcoal industry with leading businesses.
2008
Livani, LV
In 2008 the charcoal production was finally finished and launched in Livani.
Capacity: 4000t/y
The company successfully attracted additional 1.5M EUR of European Funds for infrastructure.
The company was operating until 2013 selling charcoal to France.
Capacity: 4000t/y
The company successfully attracted additional 1.5M EUR of European Funds for infrastructure.
The company was operating until 2013 selling charcoal to France.
2018
Nurmes, FI
In 2018 the company has received an order to construct the charcoal production facility in Finland (Mikelli) for 6000 t/y. BaltCarbon has performed all the works and launched the factory in 2019.
2022
Laudona, LV
Livani project reconstructed and with new dryer concept was re-launched by Carbon Energy Systems in 2022 in Laudona, LV.
2026 (in progress)
Taaveti, FI
Fully modernized Lambiotte 6000 facility replacing legacy Nurmes retort. Wood chip feedstock, 32,000t biochar annual capacity, integrated energy recovery.
Sustainability and Carbon Offset
BaltCarbon's technology doesn't just minimize environmental harm — it actively contributes to reversing it. From the way we source feedstock to the way we handle every byproduct, sustainability is built into every stage of the process.
- Zero Fossil Fuel InputThe Lambiotte process runs entirely on renewable biomass. All pyrolysis gases are combusted inside the system — no venting, no external fossil fuel, full EU IED compliance.
- Closed-Loop Energy RecoverySurplus heat from carbonization is recycled back into drying and production. Lower energy costs, zero waste, complete operational self-sufficiency.
- Carbon Credits GenerationEvery installation qualifies for carbon offset certification under Gold Standard, Puro.Earth, and Verra VCS — generating an additional revenue stream on top of charcoal sales.
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Whether you’re a forestry company, industrial producer, or sustainability-driven investor — Balt Carbon is your partner for carbonization.
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