Turning Waste Into Value.

We turn wastewater liabilities into carbon assets that create economic and environmental value.

Biocarbon

Turning wastewater residuals into stable, useful carbon.

A Versatile Environmental Resource

Our biocarbon is an engineered, carbon-rich solid produced by high-temperature, low-oxygen conversion of sewage sludge. The result: a stable, porous carbon material tailor-designed to lock up carbon for centuries and perform reliably in soils, remediation media, industrial blends and filtration systems.

Biocarbon vs. Biochar — What’s the Difference?

Biocarbon: umbrella term for carbon products made from biomass.

Biochar: the biocarbon used in applications where the carbon is stored—not burned or volatilized.

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From Waste to Value

Carbonized from wastewater sludge, biocarbon is Orbital’s engineered product—designed for high-value applications.
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Carbon-Rich Material

Durable, stable carbon.
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Safe & Tested

Free of PFAS, microplastics and pathogens.
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Circular Solution

Transforming a costly waste stream into a marketable resource.

Engineered for Your Needs

Our biocarbon can be tailored to meet the requirements of diverse industries and end uses.
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Pellets

standardized for transport and blending
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Granules

for soil/agriculture use
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Powder

for industrial blends, coatings and filtration media
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Agriculture & Soil Health

Boosts water retention, nutrient delivery, microbial activity.

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Environmental Remediation

Adsorbs PFAS, heavy metals and hydrocarbons.

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Industrial Substitution

Partial replacement for coal, carbon black and cement inputs.

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Water Treatment

Removes nutrients and contaminants from wastewater.

Impact Beyond Disposal

Every ton of biocarbon creates permanent climate and environmental benefits.
  • Permanent Carbon Removal

    Each ton of biocarbon locks away its weight in CO2 for centuries.

  • Waste-to-Value

    Convert regulated sludge into a marketable commodity.

  • Decarbonizes Industry

    Replaces coal, carbon black and other carbon-intensive inputs.

  • Cost-Effective Replacement

    Drop-in performance without the “green premium.”

  • Nutrient Recycling

    Retains key minerals (P, K, Ca, Mg) for beneficial reuse.

Biocarbon Technical Specs

Reach out to receive our general spec sheet to see typical ranges for moisture, ash, carbon content, stability and more.
Biocarbon Technical Specs

Interested in Buying Biocarbon?

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