Does biochar really work?

Yes, Biochar can benefit the soil and resultantly increase the crop yield, but only if properly prepared (by pyrolysis of biomass) and proper utilization ! Cite 7 Recommendations

Can biochar save the world?

The long term benefits of making biochar is a huge reduction of greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming. Biochar production is not limited to just replacing agricultural field burning in the developing world, anywhere there is a need to remove biomass there is an opportunity to make biochar.

Is Biochar the same as charcoal?

While there are some scientific similarities between charcoal and biochar, they are not the same. Charcoal can benefit the soil structure in many ways, but it doesn’t provide your garden with the same biochar benefits. Biochar is a particular type of black carbon used specifically to sequester carbon and improve the soil for gardening purposes.