International Soil Carbon Industry Alliance
The global voice of the soil carbon industry.
ISCIA unites professionals to shape the standards, policies, and market conditions that will determine the future of agricultural carbon sequestration.
30+
Member organisations
15+
Countries represented
2023
Founded at COP28
1
Shared mission
WHY ISCIA EXISTS
Empowering the soil carbon market
The soil carbon industry is at a critical inflection point. Standards are still being written. Policy frameworks are being decided. Markets are forming. The decisions made now will define the industry for decades – and they will be made by whoever shows up to the table.
ISCIA exists to make sure all key contributors to our industry – from technology service providers to CPG companies – have a seat at that table. Together.
Learn more about ISCIAWHAT WE DO
Scale CO₂ removals in agriculture
Shape Policy & Standards
We engage directly with regulators on the EU CRCF Regulation, national policies, VCM methodologies and SBTi standards to promote rigorous soil carbon measurement, and increased demand for soil carbon projects with fair farmer compensation.
Grow the Market
We build the business case for soil carbon investment, bringing together supply-side experts and demand-side stakeholders, and advocate for frameworks that drive finance to agricultural decarbonisation.
Connect the Industry
Through ongoing member communication platforms, webinars, working groups, and events, we create the rare space where competitors become collaborators – sharing best practices and building the collective trust the market needs.
LET'S TALK SOC
ISCIA News
EU carbon farming rules welcomed by industry, but demand remains biggest hurdle
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Demand and credibility: the twin test for the EU's carbon farming
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Avoiding the SBTi trap: why Europe needs a regulated market for agricultural carbon
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Open Letter to The European Commission
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EU needs to spur demand for CRCF credits in 2026 policy reviews – letter
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EU groups urge Commission to create stronger market for carbon farming credits
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Carbon Farming Day at CRCF Days 2026
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Raising the Bar for Soil Carbon Measurement
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Soil Carbon Takes the Stage: ISCIA partners with NACW 2026
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Evolving Methodologies
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On-the-ground realities of MRV
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ISCIA Soil Carbon Markets Position Paper
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ISCIA Releases Response to CRCF
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International Soil Carbon Industry Alliance launches at COP28
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Events
Upcoming
20–27Sep2026
ISCIA & Members Participation
Climate Week NYC
Past Events
ISCIA Webinar
Episode #3: Ensuring the EU CRCF is an Instrument that Supports Farmers
Recently, ISCIA and 50+ organisations from across the carbon farming ecosystem called on the European Commission to build the demand-side architecture the CRCF needs to deliver real value for European farmers and land stewards.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ETWatch replay →
ISCIA Webinar
Episode #2: Evolutions in measurement tools and guidance: understanding Verra's soil sampling handbook and its implications on SOC measurements
As soil carbon markets mature, industry leaders are exploring how to measure SOC credibly, consistently, and at scale. New technologies are rapidly reshaping what's possible.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ETWatch replay →
ISCIA AGM
ISCIA Annual General Meeting
Our Annual General Meeting on April 23rd was more than a governance milestone — it was a moment of collective clarity about what this organisation is for and where we are headed.
April 23, 2026
ISCIA Webinar
Episode #1: Outlook 2026: What Policies Mean for SOC Measurement & Markets
As climate policy, corporate net-zero frameworks, and carbon market standards evolve rapidly, generating high-quality credits faces a critical moment. Updates to SBTi, ICROA, and the GHG Protocol are redefining what counts as credible in soil carbon programs.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ETWatch replay →
ISCIA Webinar
International Perspectives on Soil Carbon Projects: Best Practices in Monitoring, Reporting and Verification
Soil carbon projects are gaining momentum worldwide, but ensuring their integrity and long-term impact requires careful design, transparent processes, and strong partnerships.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ETWatch replay →
ISCIA Webinar
Agriculture-Based Carbon Solutions: The Challenges and Opportunities in Emissions Reduction and Carbon Abatement
Healthy agricultural land holds significant potential in mitigating climate change. This session explored the range of mitigation options available in agriculture today and the barriers to implementation.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ETWatch replay →
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50+ orgs call for CRCF carbon farming demand drivers
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