Biochar for Infrastructure
Biochar dramatically reduces the carbon intensity of construction projects
Sustainability and innovation are key drivers for modern infrastructure and construction companies, and biochar, also known as biocarbon, is gaining attention for its versatility and environmental benefits.
This eco-friendly material enhances building materials, improves soil quality, and contributes to carbon sequestration, making it a valuable asset for greener construction practices. Incorporating biochar not only supports environmental sustainability but also delivers economic and practical advantages, advancing the industry’s push toward a more sustainable future.
Benefits
of biochar in construction
Economic
advantages
Incorporating biochar into construction projects can result in substantial cost savings. By enhancing the performance of building materials, biochar reduces maintenance expenses and extends the lifespan of structures, offering long-term economic value.
Improved
building materials
Biochar can be integrated into concrete, bricks, other construction materials, and asphalt to enhance their properties. It can improve the thermal insulation of buildings, reduce the weight of construction materials, and increase their durability and strength, contributing to more efficient and resilient construction
Environmental
sustainability
Unlike similar carbon products biochar sequesters carbon, effectively reducing greenhouse gas emissions. By incorporating biochar into construction materials, projects attain a significantly lower carbon footprint, contributing to global efforts to combat climate change
Biochar applications in infrastructure
As a concrete & asphalt additive:
Adding biochar to concrete and asphalt can enhance its strength and durability while reducing the overall carbon footprint of the construction process. Hylton et al. (2024) reported that replacing 1kg of cement with biochar results in ~3.12kg CO2 avoided/sequestered.
In green steel:
Biocarbon is currently being used by the steel industry as a sustainable alternative to coal-derived coke, effectively reducing the industry’s traditionally high GHG contributions
Biochar is paving the way for greener, more resilient infrastructure solutions
Biochar provides infrastructure projects with a sustainable solution to enhance material performance, improve durability, and reduce environmental impact.
Concrete & Asphalt
Integrating biochar into concrete, asphalt, and other materials boosts strength and durability while lowering the construction carbon footprint.
Green Steel
Green steel uses biocarbon from biochar to replace coal, revolutionizing steel production by cutting carbon emissions and driving sustainability.
Architects
By using biocarbon, architects can create durable, high-performing designs that align with sustainability trends and offer cost-effective solutions.
Research & Case Studies
Recent research and case studies on the benefits of using biochar in infrastructure projects
Myno Carbon Core is a premium biochar engineered to revolutionize construction materials, enhancing thermal insulation, reducing material weight, and increasing durability and strength. It also supports sustainable practices in the steel industry by serving as an eco-friendly alternative to coal-derived coke. Our versatile biochar products are paving the way for greener, more resilient construction projects.
MYNO Carbon Core Granulated Biochar
Unlock the potential of your infrastructure projects with our Carbon Core Granulated Biochar. Designed to enhance building materials, this eco-friendly product improves strength, durability, insulation, and fire resistance.
Applications: can be incorporated into concrete, drywall, insulation, tiles, composites, asphalt, bricks
MYNO Carbon Core Micronized Biochar
Discover new possibilities for your projects with Carbon Core Micronized Biochar. Its fine particle size allows seamless integration into building materials – improving strength, thermal insulation, durability, and fire resistance.
Applications: partial cement replacement
MYNO Carbon Core Liquid Biochar
Transform your construction projects with Carbon Core Liquid Biochar. This versatile liquid solution integrates seamlessly into various building materials, enhancing performance by boosting strength, fire resistance, insulation, and durability.
Applications: concrete and cement