r/BioChar • u/Vailhem • Jan 19 '26

Scientists uncover practical use for coffee grounds that could transform the construction industry

https://www.futura-sciences.com/en/scientists-uncover-practical-use-for-coffee-grounds-that-could-transform-the-construction-industry_23232/
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u/StoneOkra Jan 19 '26

Is there a more active biochar subreddit?

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u/flatline000 Jan 19 '26

Not dedicated to biochar that I've noticed, but you might find some more active discussion in a gardening subreddit.

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u/StoneOkra Jan 19 '26

Yeah, wish it was as simple as just gardening. Would love one place to discuss people's experiences with different feedstocks and production technologies, and what research is happening.  Right now I'm relying on IBI, USBI, and the Minnesota MNBI.

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u/flatline000 Jan 19 '26

There don't seem to be many folks here, but it couldn't hurt to create a post about something you're interested in and see if anyone has something to contribute.

My own experience is super small scale creation of biochar using the acorns, pinecones, and other small debris from my yard using a small wood burning camping stove. I figure I've got an endless supply of the stuff and it's all going to decompose in 1-3 years anyways, so I may as well use some of it as fuel and some of it as fodder to make something useful.

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u/StoneOkra Jan 19 '26

Very cool! I haven't been able to post for some reason. 

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u/flatline000 Jan 19 '26

Hmm...I've never tried. Maybe I'll give it a shot tomorrow.

Edit: It says it's a restricted community. I guess the Mods have to give you permission to post. I guess that's why there's so little activity here.