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Making Biochar and Charcoal with a Brick Chimney Kiln

Natural Building Blog Posted on September 8, 2016 by Owen GeigerJune 3, 2022

“Here is a full tutorial by O. J. Romo on making Charcoal and Biochar using a Brick Chimney Kiln.” The charcoal can be used for numerous things such water filters and building soil in gardens.

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Posted in General | Tagged appropriate technology, biochar, homestead, how to make a charcoal kiln, how to make biochar, how to make charcoal, permaculture | 5 Replies

Secret of Terra Preta Soil Discovered?

Natural Building Blog Posted on June 7, 2016 by Owen GeigerJune 3, 2022

We’ve discussed the basics of terra preta soil – the most fertile soil in the world – in two previous blog posts. As I explained in the earlier blog posts, scientists are racing to unlock the secrets of terra preta … Continue reading →

Posted in Landscaping | Tagged active biochar, biochar, black soil, compost, permaculture, permanent soil fertility, soil, soil fertility, sustainable, terra preta | 4 Replies

Biochar Workshop Part 1, How to Make Biochar

Natural Building Blog Posted on April 23, 2015 by Owen GeigerJune 3, 2022

Detailed presentation in this excellent 4-part series. “Watch the whole day of the Biochar Workshop led by Bob Wells, soil scientist Jon Nilsson and Patryk Battle. Learn how to make biochar and its many beneficial uses including greatly enhancing soil … Continue reading →

Posted in General | Tagged biochar, DIY, gardening, how to make biochar, low cost, natural building, permaculture | 2 Replies

Researcher Improves Ancient Water Treatment Technology

Natural Building Blog Posted on January 7, 2015 by Owen GeigerJune 3, 2022

Water Treatment with Biochar from Josh Kearns on Vimeo. “New research into an ancient water filtration technology may provide those living in isolated, rural communities with low-cost, sustainable water treatment.

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Posted in General | Tagged biochar, biochar water filter, carbon filter, developing world, DIY, improved biochar, making biochar, natural building, water filter, water treatment | 3 Replies

Terra Preta Theory

Natural Building Blog Posted on April 6, 2013 by Owen GeigerJune 3, 2022

How were the rich terra preta soils in the Amazon created (the most productive soil in the world)? Terra preta soils maintain their fertility forever. Scientists are racing to unlock the secrets to help feed a hungry planet, restore depleted … Continue reading →

Posted in Landscaping | Tagged biochar, gardening, natural building, organic gardening, permaculture, self sufficiency, sustainable, terra preta | 7 Replies

More Details about Terra Preta

Natural Building Blog Posted on January 8, 2013 by Owen GeigerJune 3, 2022

I’m really fascinated with the terra preta/biochar concept. We briefly touched on the subject in our blog post Big Ideas that are Changing the World. Watch the excellent video there for a good overview of the subject. Terra preta is … Continue reading →

Posted in Landscaping | Tagged biochar, compost, DIY, green building, natural building, organic gardening, soil, sustainable, terra preta | 14 Replies

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