Biochar Systems for Smallholders in Developing Countries

Leveraging Current Knowledge and Exploring Future Potential for Climate-Smart Agriculture

S
Sebastian B. Scholz
T
Thomas Sembres
K
Kelli Roberts
T
Thea Whitman
K
Kelpie Wilson
J
Johannes Lehmann

Unlock the potential of biochar for climate-smart agriculture in developing countries. This study explores biochar systems for smallholders, leveraging current knowledge to explore future potential for climate-smart agriculture. This report reviews opportunities and risks of biochar systems, including soil and agricultural impacts, climate change effects, social impacts, and biomass use. It offers a reconciling view on different scientific opinions about biochar, showing the various perspectives of its science and application. Discover how biochar systems can: Improve soil fertility and crop yields Mitigate climate change through carbon sequestration Enhance energy access in rural communities For researchers, policymakers, and practitioners seeking sustainable agricultural solutions.

Publication

2014

Pages

230

Format

Epub

Publisher

World Bank Publications

Excerpt

EPUB

Collection

World Bank Studies

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