Charcoal is a common soil amendment, but different types provide different benefits, from improved drainage to decreasing the amount of bacteria in the soil.

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Scientists found that biochar doesn’t just capture pollutants, it actively destroys them using direct electron transfer. This ...

On a hot day, there’s nothing quite like a refreshing drink of water. But how would you feel if that water was sourced from the sewer? As cities across the West brace for a drier future, they’re ...