Digging into biochar - Fighting climate change with charcoal in agriculture

To achieve net-zero and halt climate change, we need to not only reduce emissions but remove carbon from the atmosphere. There are a range of carbon removal approaches that are being studied and used in the UK and globally. Biochar is one of these approaches. It’s a charcoal-like material made from plant matter in a way that locks up carbon for centuries to come, it’s added to soil or construction materials to add extra value. Genevieve will talk about what biochar is, how it’s made and the research happening at the University of Nottingham, and other universities across the country.

Published 06 Jun 2024