Biochar

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Recent studies have shown that Biochar can increase crop productivity by 10–30% and improve the water-holding capacity of soils by 10–25%, particularly in nutrient-deficient and semi-arid soils.

About Biochar

Biochar is a carbon-rich, granular material produced by heating agricultural biomass or crop residues at 400°C–600°C in a low-oxygen (pyrolysis) environment. It provides a sustainable solution for agricultural waste management while acting as a long-term carbon sink.

Advantages of Biochar

Carbon Sequestration

Biochar can store carbon in the soil for 100–1,000 years due to its highly stable structure, making it an effective tool for carbon sequestration and climate change mitigation.

Soil Improvement

Its highly porous structure improves soil aggregation, enhances water retention, and creates a favourable environment for beneficial soil microorganisms, thereby improving soil fertility.

Applications of Biochar

Agriculture

Biochar improves soil moisture retention, enhances nutrient availability, and increases crop productivity, especially in degraded and nutrient-poor soils.

Industrial Applications

Modified biochar can be used for carbon capture, where it adsorbs carbon dioxide (CO₂) from industrial emissions, although its efficiency is currently lower than conventional technologies.

Construction Sector

Biochar can be incorporated into building materials as a low-carbon alternative, enabling construction materials to function as stable carbon sinks.

Wastewater Treatment

Biochar serves as a cost-effective adsorbent for removing pollutants and contaminants from wastewater, contributing to improved water quality.