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

As the first journal specifically focusing on biochar, the journal Biochar covers multidisciplinary subjects of agronomy, environmental science, and materials science.

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 …

Apr 21, 2026 · Follow this step-by-step guide to learn how to make biochar, plus get tips on using it to improve your garden soil.

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 …

Sep 1, 2025 · Biochar, a carbon-rich material derived from biomass pyrolysis, has gained increasing attention as a promising sustainable solution to address the environmental and resource challenges.

May 25, 2026 · Wood-derived biochar can have short term positive effects but amendments can also reduce microbial biomass. Biochar can increase pH resulting in a modified community, which may …

Biochar is a stable, carbon-rich material that often looks and feels a lot like charcoal. It is made via pyrolysis or gasification, the process of heating biomass (wood, manure, crop residues, solid waste, …

Apr 20, 2026 · Biochar is the carbon removal powerhouse that delivers environmental, social, and economic impact right here, right now. The International Biochar Initiative (IBI) provides the global …

Jun 11, 2026 · Nano-/microplastics (NMPs) accumulation in agricultural soils has become a growing environmental concern due to its negative impacts on soil health, crop productivity, and food safety. …