Biochar

> Concept diagram of low-temperature pyroysis bioenergy with biochar sequestration. Typically, about 50% of the pyrolysed biomass is converted into biochar and can be returned to the soil. Johannes Lehman Bio-char Bio-energy Lifecycle (C) 50% (C) 50%... More

> Concept diagram of low-temperature pyroysis bioenergy with biochar sequestration. Typically, about 50% of the pyrolysed biomass is converted into biochar and can be returned to the soil. Johannes Lehman Bio-char Bio-energy Lifecycle (C) 50% (C) 50% Returned to soil as Bio-char Bio-fuel - bio-oil - hydrogen Industry Biomass - manure - organic wastes - bioenergy crops (grasses,willows) - crop residues Transport Energy Coproducts (oil, cosmetics)(C) 100% Optionally, N2 , NOx , SOx , CO2 can be added to increase C sink and nutrient contents Pyrolysis Residual heat CSIRO Land and Water Biochar Biochar has been attracting growing interest due to its potential in carbon sequestration and in improving soil health. However, further research needs to be undertaken to answer numerous questions about its properties and the benefits associated with its production and application. What is biochar? Biochar is a type of charcoal which results from the thermal treatment (heating) of natural organ Less