NanoC Composite

NanoC is a biochar-derived nano-carbon additive developed by the institute for integration into high-performance fibre composites. Injected into glass-fibre and carbon-fibre matrices, NanoC reduces vibration, increases acceleration out of turns, and improves structural responsiveness.

The technology was proven in competitive alpine snowboarding: boards built with NanoC by Oxess won World Cup races. In 2023, the Ithaka Institute and Carbon Standards International launched C-Sink Sports, combining material science with certified carbon removal — every piece of equipment incorporates atmospheric carbon, and athletes compete with verified climate-neutral status.

Beyond winter sports, NanoC composites are being developed for windfoiling and other applications where vibration damping and stiffness-to-weight ratio matter.

Knights of persistence fighting temporary C-sink mills

Professional sports showcase the potential of planetary carbon recycling. Winning World Cup races with biochar, NanoCarbon proves the superiority of advanced pyrogenic carbon for designing natural carbon-based products with added functions. Using the same NanoCarbon prepreg technology in rotor blades of wind turbines will reduce vibrations and weight, which increases energy efficiency and decreases cost. Stay tuned for the Turning C-Sinks!

C-Sink Sports Website

Biochar Wins World Cup - Article about NanoC in sports equipment

Patent on Biochar in Prepreg Materials