CARBON

New Research Unveils Crucial Role of Larger Pores in Enhancing Biochar Carbon Capture

This recent investigation, published in the journal Biochar, harnesses a combination of rigorous theoretical modeling and meticulous experimental analysis to unravel the complexities of biochar’s pore structure in relation to its carbon dioxide capture capabilities. The study provides the most comprehensive insight yet into how pore size distribution and surface morphology affect gas adsorption phenomena.

Source: https://bioengineer.org/new-research-unveils-crucial-role-of-larger-pores-in-enhancing-biochar-carbon-capture/

Plant and Microbial Contributions to SOC in Subalpine Forests on the eastern Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau

Findings of the study highlight the importance of forest restoration in promoting soil C sequestration. Thus, conserving native climax species and facilitating natural regeneration represent an effective strategy for enhancing the terrestrial C sink in fragile subalpine forest ecosystems. Forest restoration significantly boosted MNC and SOC by 391–445% and 144–219%, respectively, highlighting microbial proliferation–mortality processes in SOC buildup.

Source: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11104-026-08442-6