Multifaceted applications of biochar in environmental management: a bibliometric profile

Abstract

Highlights More than 75% biochar-related documents were published in the last five years itself. Most studies focussed on pollutant removal (>2000) and soil improvement (~1000). Focus on other applications: manage waste> produce energy> mitigate climate change. The Chinese dominate in publications, primarily enabled by extensive research funding. Artificial intelligence could be critical in producing application-specific biochar.

Keywords

• Sustainable development
• Waste management
• Climate change mitigation
• Soil improvement
• Energy production
• Contaminant remediation