Researchers have developed a new class of sustainable energy storage materials by transforming agricultural waste into high-performance biochar composites that can store and release heat efficiently. The study demonstrates how simple changes in biomass type and production temperature can significantly improve energy storage capacity and durability, offering a promising pathway for low-carbon building technologies and renewable energy systems.

A new study shows that combining machine learning with advanced material engineering can significantly improve the performance of hydrochar, a carbon-rich material derived from waste, offering a promising pathway for sustainable agriculture and climate mitigation.

As the world races to meet ambitious climate targets, scientists are turning to an unlikely ally in the fight against global warming: biochar. A new study highlights how artificial intelligence can dramatically improve the ability of this carbon-rich material to capture and store carbon, offering a powerful pathway toward carbon neutrality.

A new comprehensive review highlights how biochar, a carbon-rich material derived from biomass, could transform the cement industry by reducing emissions while improving the performance of construction materials.

A new study reveals that adding small amounts of biochar, a carbon-rich material made from agricultural waste, can significantly improve the quality and performance of 3D-printed plastics while advancing more sustainable manufacturing practices.

The combination of extreme weather conditions, like atmospheric rivers, and aging infrastructure is putting increasing pressures on Canadian highways, bridges and tunnels—many of which are almost 100 years old.

UBC Okanagan researchers caution that these systems are facing hazards they weren’t considered in their original design, and this increases their vulnerability to failure. This growing strain is putting significant pressure on local governments, which must secure funding to upgrade and maintain these critical transportation networks, says UBC Okanagan School of Engineering postdoctoral researcher Dr. Alaa Al Hawarneh.

University of Houston professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology Weihang Zhu is spearheading an effort to redefine offshore safety, releasing a new roadmap designed to identify and close critical gaps in international crane operations.