Project #1 —Puʻunēnē Mill
The Maui BioCarbon Project
Challenge
Maui generates significant amounts of green and organic waste.
Traditional disposal methods
release harmful greenhouse gases,
threaten our environment, and
waste valuable resources.
Our Solution
Through advanced pyrolysis technology, we:
Convert waste into biochar, enriching soils.
Produce activated carbon for advanced filtration.
Create a regenerative circular economy.
Impact Highlights
Carbon Removal — locking carbon for centuries
Water Savings — reducing irrigation by 15–30%
Wildfire Mitigation — cutting fuel loads from green waste
Honoring Maui’s Industrial Past,
Building a Regenerative Future
For over a century, the Puʻunēnē Mill was the beating heart of Maui’s sugar industry, shaping the island’s economy and community life. After the mill’s closure in 2016, its vast lands and infrastructure stood as a reminder of both Maui’s agricultural strength and the challenges of a changing economy.
Maui BioCarbon represents the next chapter. By transforming local waste into carbon-negative products, we carry forward the spirit of innovation that defined the mill — but with a focus on sustainability, resilience, and climate-positive impact.
