Biochar
Promotes sustainable development in agriculture and contributes to improving the carbon footprint of production.
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Long-term carbon sequestration: stabilizes CO2 in the soil for centuries -
Soil improvement: Promotes nutrient availability and water retention -
Climate protection: actively contributes to decarbonization
Soil improvement
Biochar improves the soil's ability to store water and increases the availability of nutrients, which promotes plant growth.
Carbon sequestration
Biochar binds carbon from the atmosphere and stores it slowly in the soil. Studies show that it can remain stable for thousands of years (IPCC).
pH-value adjustment
Biochar can improve the pH-value of the soil and balance acidic soils, creating optimal conditions for healthy plant growth.
Microbial environment
Due to its porous structure, biochar provides an optimal habitat for microorganisms, improves soil microbiology and contributes to plant health.
Renewable raw materials for biochar production
At ClimateNXT, we use only renewable resources to produce our biochar. We use biomass such as wood residues, peels and other plant waste from agriculture and horticulture. These materials are not only abundant, but also ideal for pyrolysis because they provide a high carbon yield. By using these renewable resources, we ensure that our biochar production is not only sustainable, but also environmentally friendly.
Our approach follows the principles of the circular economy: we use agricultural residues that would otherwise be unused or treated as waste and turn them into valuable biochar. This return of raw materials to the production cycle reduces waste and conserves natural resources. Our approach also helps to close nutrient cycles by returning biochar to the soil to promote soil fertility.
Residual materials such as wood chips, biomass and by-products from food processing are particularly interesting for the production of biochar. These materials are rich in organic matter and are ideal for pyrolysis. By using them, we create added value from materials that would otherwise have to be disposed of and at the same time help to reduce CO₂ emissions.
Possible applications
- Storage of water & nutrients - less leaching, more efficient fertilization
- Increasing soil fertility through long-term humus enrichment
- Promotion of soil life - better conditions for beneficial microorganisms
- More efficient gas production due to better nutrient availability for microbes
- Stabilization of the fermentation process, especially with fluctuating substrate composition
- Long-term improvement in substrate utilization
- Improved germination & faster plant growth
- Lower water requirement as the coal stores moisture
- Long-term soil improvement through sustainable humus formation
- Healthier animals thanks to stabilized intestinal flora
- Increased feed efficiency and better weight gain
- Reduction of odors and nutrient losses in the bedding and slurry store
Agriculture
Biochar is a true all-rounder in arable farming and ensures sustainable soil improvement:
Meta-analyses show that biochar can significantly reduce nitrogen losses in agricultural soils - an important contribution to environmental protection and a sustainable increase in yields.
Biogas production
Biochar also shows promising effects in biogas production. In some trials, the methane yield was increased by up to 20 %. This is due to the high surface area of the biochar, which provides ideal living conditions for microorganisms.
Horticulture
Biochar is also a valuable tool for healthy plants and fertile soil in the home garden. It improves soil structure and creates optimal conditions for plant growth.
Whether used in raised beds, potting soils, or as an additive to plant substrates, biochar helps to permanently improve soil quality and make plants more resilient.
Raising of animals
Biochar has been used for centuries as a natural feed additive to alleviate digestive problems and poisoning in livestock. Modern studies show that its regular feeding has numerous benefits:
Biochar is particularly valued as a sustainable solution in organic farming, as it not only improves animal welfare but also the environmental balance.
