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Since gaining official certification in May 2024, Namibian-based Carbon Capital has made significant strides in the global carbon market, successfully selling over 14,500 carbon credits from its Farm Gai Kaisa 159 project near Grootfontein.
These credits represent the removal of 14,500 tonnes of CO₂—equivalent to emissions from driving 90 million kilometres in a standard petrol vehicle or about 10,000 return flights between Windhoek and Frankfurt.Although Carbon Capital has operated for over three years, it only received accreditation from Puro.earth—an international carbon removal registry—in May 2024. Since then, the company has maximised this milestone by issuing and selling its entire initial batch of credits. Managing Director Colin Malan Lindeque confirmed that demand remains strong, with an additional 6,000 credits already committed to aviation giant Boeing.
Looking ahead, Carbon Capital plans to scale up its operations by expanding to at least two more sites within the next two years. This move will not only boost its carbon credit production but also increase the output of biochar—a carbon-rich byproduct that enhances soil fertility while sequestering carbon long-term.
Currently, the Grootfontein plant processes 20,000 tonnes of encroacher bush biomass annually, producing about 6,000 tonnes worth of carbon credits. It also generates sustainable charcoal for export, supporting the restoration of Namibia’s savanna ecosystems. Approximately 2,000 hectares of bushland are cleared each year as part of this effort, helping to reverse the widespread issue of bush encroachment that affects over 46 million hectares across Namibia.
The Farm Gai Kaisa 159 project was recently awarded an A-rating by Sylvera, placing it among the top-tier carbon removal projects worldwide. It is the first Namibian initiative listed on the Puro.earth registry and currently stands as Africa’s largest industrial-scale biochar operation. The project, developed with support from Planboo, showcases how Namibia is pioneering scalable, nature-based climate solutions.
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By transforming invasive acacia bush into biochar, the project tackles multiple national challenges—from land degradation and biodiversity loss to groundwater stress—while contributing to global carbon reduction targets. With growing international recognition, strategic partnerships, and an ambitious growth strategy, Carbon Capital is positioning Namibia at the forefront of Africa’s emerging carbon removal economy.
