WasteX Hits Record Biochar Production, Eyes 100% Capacity Growth by April 2026

WasteX Biochar Facility in Batang

MARCH 2026 — WasteX has reached a new milestone in its mission to scale carbon removal, achieving a record-breaking weekly biochar production following strategic optimizations across its Indonesian facility network.

By streamlining operations at four active sites in West and East Java, WasteX has boosted weekly output by 40% compared to previous months. This surge is attributed to a combination of high-performance feedstock and operation optimizations.

The Power of Pellets

The production record was primarily driven by the transition to pelletized feedstock. This shift has improved the thermodynamics within the WasteX’s biochar equipment.

The use of pellets ensures optimal air circulation and uniform heating inside the chambers. This stronger thermal profile allows WasteX carbonizers to process significantly more material while maintaining the consistent biochar quality required for agricultural and industrial use. 

Furthermore, recent equipment refinements across the network have minimized downtime, allowing units to operate at peak capacity for longer durations.

Pasuruan Upgrade: A New Production Standard

The WasteX facility in Pasuruan, East Java, serves as the flagship for this new era of output. Following a comprehensive upgrades, the site has achieved a remarkable transformation in throughput.

The facility now operates three WasteX carbonizer units in tandem with a newly industrial pelletizer. By upgrading the feedstock preparation system, WasteX has increased pelletizing capacity by more than 200%.

As a result of these upgrades, the Pasuruan site has more than doubled its weekly biochar output—climbing from 3 tons to 7 tons.

This puts the facility on track for an estimated monthly production capacity of 25 tons, providing a steady, large-scale supply of stable carbon. And thus, WasteX expects to double its total monthly production by April 2026. 

By maintaining active operations across Indonesia, the company converts locally sourced biomass into stable carbon, effectively sequestering CO₂ that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere. This decentralized approach provides a scalable solution for global carbon removal while simultaneously restoring soil health and supporting the resilience of farming communities.