Biochar is defined by the International Biochar Initiative as the "solid material obtained from the thermochemical conversion of biomass in an oxygen-limited environment".

Biochar has several unique chemical and physical properties that make it very useful for retaining nutrients and water. Biochar ranges from 50 to 90 percent carbon and less than 0.1 percent nitrogen. …

Biochar is a charcoal-like product made from biomass waste, such as wood or agricultural waste, paper mill waste, or other biological residues. The concept for use as a soil amendment originated in …

Feb 27, 2024 · Biochar is a type of processed plant matter that is very rich in carbon. Lightweight, black and very porous, it looks and feels very much like charcoal. But where charcoal is used for cooking …

Through biochar, biomass becomes a sustainable and value-added product for urban and rural agricultural and forest communities by creating jobs, improving soil, and reducing forest fire hazards.

Biochar is produced through pyrolysis or gasification — processes that heat biomass in the absence (or under reduction) of oxygen. In addition to creating a soil enhancer, sustainable biochar practices can …

5 days ago · Objectives This systematic review evaluates the limitations and advantages of biochar, compost, and biochar-compost mixtures in restoring degraded and polluted soils. The review …

Jul 11, 2025 · This review emphasizes the main challenges and future prospects for biochar use in comparison to modified biochar (MB) to propose the best practices for sustainable farming systems.

Dec 26, 2025 · Biochar, a stable carbon material derived from biomass pyrolysis, shows promise in agriculture and environmental remediation due to its high porosity, surface area, and ion exchange …

Biochar is a carbon-rich material produced by heating organic biomass in a low-oxygen environment through a process called pyrolysis. It has gained significant attention for its soil-enhancing properties, …