Biochar-based catalyst converts biomass into valuable chemicals under mild conditions

Biochar-supported PdCo catalyst facilitates hydrogenation of bio-based furfural under mild conditions: the function of biochar support. / Credit: Yang Li, Siyi Pu, Wei Yan, Haoran Ming, Ying Wang, Jie Zhao, Chungang Min, Shouqing Liu & Changfu Zhuang

April 6, 2026

BY Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University

2026 International Biomass Conference & Expo surpasses 1,000 attendees, demonstrates continued industry growth

By BBI International

21 hours ago

Business Policy Biochar Power Advanced Biofuels Sustainable Aviation Fuels Biogas Pellets Thermal

The 2026 International Biomass Conference & Expo, produced by Biomass Magazine and organized by BBI International, successfully concluded after three days of in-depth discussions, technology showcases, and high-value networking opportunities.

By Char Technologies Ltd.

March 30, 2026

Biochar Pellets Business Operations

CHAR Technologies Ltd. on March 23 provided a further update on commissioning activities at its Thorold Renewable Energy Facility, following the company’s Jan. 29 announcement that staged startup had commenced at the site.

By OMV

March 27, 2026

Sustainable Aviation Fuels Research Business

OMV has partnered with Technical University of Leoben to establish a one-of-a-kind research facility where various process routes to manufacture sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) are being researched and developed.

By Carbonfuture

March 17, 2026

Biochar Business

Carbonfuture has announced an agreement with Boeing for at least 40,000 metric tons of durable carbon dioxide removal credits. The company will supply a diversified portfolio initially sourced from four biochar carbon removal projects.

By Erin Krueger

March 06, 2026

Policy Sustainable Aviation Fuels Biochar

The House Agriculture Committee on March 5 voted 34 to 17 to advance the Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026, commonly known as the 2026 Farm Bill. The vote followed a two-day markup session that spanned roughly 25 hours.

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