A decade-long field study has revealed that biochar, a charcoal-like material made from plant residues, can significantly improve soil quality and boost soybean production in continuous cropping ...

A research team demonstrates that adding biochar to two-phase anaerobic digestion (TPAD) systems can significantly increase hydrogen (H₂) and methane (CH₄) production from food waste, while ...

The Pacific Northwest’s expansive forestlands have no shortage of raw material for biochar, a potent soil amendment that also sequesters carbon. However, slash piles and other sources of woody biomass ...

PORTSMOUTH, Va. — While many people think about recycling during Earth Day, the process can be challenging and costly for localities and individuals. That’s why some are turning to technology for ...

Biochar is a form of charcoal made in high heat, low oxygen conditions It can be used to produce energy, capture and store carbon and improve soil health But a climate expert warns we should not "over ...

Recycling rates have stagnated in the United States despite the positive benefits recycling offers local economies. It reduces pollution and production of virgin plastics, while creating jobs and ...

The Finance Authority of Maine has approved an $800,000 FAME Direct Loan to Standard Biocarbon Corp., to help pay for equipment for the company's biochar operation at the former East Millinocket mill, ...

Twelve countries have the technical ability to sequester over 20% of their current total greenhouse gas emissions by converting crop residues to biochar. Bhutan leads the way with the potential to ...

In the battle against the climate crisis, scientists and innovators are continuously exploring new technologies and methods to reduce carbon emissions and remove excess carbon dioxide from the ...

India’s steel sector accounts for about 12% of India’s carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. In March, the government established a task force to explore the prospects and challenges of using biochar in ...