Sargassum blooms are a growing environmental challenge, smothering coral reefs, mangroves, and seagrass beds by blocking sunlight, while entangling marine life and disrupting nesting sites for sea turtles and seabirds. Over the past decade, these blooms have increased by 600%, with over 1.3 million tons washing ashore in 2021 alone, affecting ecosystems and the livelihoods of 300,000 people in the Caribbean. ​ At the same time, organic green waste like palm fronds and yard debris makes up 33% of global landfill waste, releasing methane—a greenhouse gas 25 times more potent than CO2—during decomposition. Together, these challenges demand urgent, sustainable solutions to protect ecosystems and combat climate change.
Fully scaling our solution could upcycle 500k tons of sargassum and green waste annually across the Caribbean and Latin America. This would prevent significant methane emissions, sequester 1 million tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent, and enhance soil health to support food security. By turning waste into biochar and compost, we provide a scalable, sustainable model that mitigates climate change, supports ecosystems, and strengthens coastal communities globally.
Our biological formula, powered by Effective Microorganisms (EM), represents a breakthrough in waste management. This advanced solution is specifically engineered to target and neutralize harmful heavy metals—such as arsenic, lead, and mercury—often present in sargassum and other organic waste. By improving the efficiency of composting and upcycling processes, we effectively address the hidden danger of toxic metals, setting us apart as leaders in sustainable, eco-friendly technologies. In addition, our formula mitigates the risk of heavy metal contamination, playing a critical role in restoring coastal ecosystems and safeguarding local communities' livelihoods. The end products—biochar and compost—are safe for agricultural use, helping to promote food security, enhance soil health, and drive economic stability for vulnerable populations.
Our carbon credits are certified by the Gold Standard, an independent accreditation known for its rigorous safeguards and best-in-class sustainable development measures. Gold Standard ensures that every project not only reduces greenhouse gas emissions but also contributes to at least three of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. In fact, our projects support five of these goals, creating measurable benefits for both the environment and local communities. By choosing Gold Standard, we guarantee that our credits drive meaningful, transparent impact, giving our purchasers confidence in the positive changes they help support.
Your purchase of Grogenics carbon credits goes beyond offsetting emissions, it directly drives impact. Proceeds from every credit support our core work in research, operations, infrastructure, and community empowerment. To make a purchase, you can contact us directly. Upon completion, you’ll receive a personalized certificate confirming your contribution and its verified environmental impact. All retirements are recorded in real time on the Gold Standard public registry for full transparency and traceability. You can also purchase Grogenics credits through our trusted collaborators, Cloverly and Carbonplace. Please visit our homepage for direct links and additional details. As a valued changemaker, your support will be proudly acknowledged on our website, recognizing your leadership in global sustainability.
Our approach stands out by offering a multi-benefit solution that goes beyond traditional CO2 removal methods. Unlike carbon capture and storage or direct air capture, we upcycle organic waste—such as sargassum and green waste—into biochar and compost. This process not only sequesters carbon long-term but also reduces methane emissions, restores coastal ecosystems, and supports regenerative farming. We create a closed-loop system that provides lasting environmental and community benefits.
We empower local communities by creating green jobs, supporting small-scale farmers, and working with local organizations to distribute compost and biochar. For example, we collaborate with a nearby orchard that employs 150 women, directly supporting local livelihoods.