As climate change intensifies, reducing high-impact greenhouse gas emissions has become a global priority. While carbon dioxide often dominates discussions, other gases with higher global warming potentials (GWPs) pose even greater short-term threats. Addressing these emissions requires innovative solutions – biochar is one of them.
Global Warming Potential (GWP) is an index that measures how much a given greenhouse gas (GHG) drives global warming over a defined time period, most commonly 100 years. It represents the heat-trapping ability of a gas relative to the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO₂), which is assigned a GWP value of 1. The GWP of other gases depends on three main factors: their efficiency in absorbing infrared radiation, their atmospheric lifespan, and the time scale used for the assessment. For example:
Biochar, produced from biochar production equipment, plays a critical role in reducing high-GWP gas emissions and supporting carbon sequestration.
When agricultural residues are landfilled, composted, or left to rot, they emit CH₄ and N₂O. Converting this biomass into biochar prevents these emissions and offers a clean disposal path.
Biochar stores carbon in a stable, solid form that resists microbial decomposition. When applied to soil, it effectively removes CO₂ from the carbon cycle for centuries.
Biochar improves soil properties, reduces nitrogen loss, and suppresses N₂O emissions in fertilized land. In flooded fields, such as rice paddies, it also helps cut CH₄ release.
Beston Group biochar systems not only transform biomass into stable carbon sinks but also meet stringent GHG emission standards. With ultra-low CH₄ (0.1%) and N₂O (<1%) emissions, our technology supports low-carbon production and regulatory compliance. Together, we can accelerate the transition toward climate-resilient practices and a circular, low-carbon economy.