Carboliva LAB

Dissemination Platform for a Green Future

We share what we learn to drive a green future.
Here we gather ideas, studies, and experiences regarding biochar, olive biomass, and new ways to care for soils, cities, and industry.

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Media, Partnerships
Barcelona City Council aims to reduce CO2 emissions by 76% by building sidewalks and roadways with Carboliva biochar
Barcelona City Council selects the Biochar Project as one of the solutions to transform urban pavement and move toward a more sustainable model. [...]
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Researchers from the University of Jaén and Carboliva Develop New Ceramic Materials with Biochar for Construction
In collaboration with the University of Jaén, we investigate how to incorporate biochar into ceramic materials and better utilize construction resources. [...]
Tests or readings
The Polytechnic University of Catalonia tests replacing part of concrete sand with biochar, showing promising performance
The UPC is testing this mixture with Carboliva biochar. Initial results point to promising mechanical behavior. [...]
Media
RESIOLIVA, an Operational Group in which Carboliva participates, leads a green revolution to secure the future of rainfed olive groves in Andalusia
We participate in RESIOLIVA to find new ways to care for the soil, save resources, and enhance the resilience of Andalusian olive groves. [...]
Media
A trial conducted by Tecnova demonstrates that biochar improves and increases the production of tomato fruits harvested in greenhouses
TECNOVA trials show how biochar can be part of more efficient and productive substrates. [...]
Media
Soil O-Live Research Demonstrates That Olive Trees Treated with Biochar Increase Production by 7% to 24%
Soil O-Live studies the effect of combining biochar and compost in traditional olive groves. Initial results already show a measurable improvement. [...]
Improving the health of urban trees and preventing their roots from damaging sidewalks: another benefit of biochar
The Stockholm model uses biochar and structural soils to help urban trees grow better without lifting the pavement. [...]
Media
Biochar, the “sponge” for retaining water in olive groves
Its porous structure can help conserve moisture and nutrients where roots need them most. [...]
Media
Carboliva, the First Spanish Entity to Obtain the European Biochar Certificate (EBC)
We have achieved a European certification that supports the quality, safety, and traceability of our product. [...]
Media
Carboliva: The Path to Sustainability for Olive Oil Extraction Plants
How we convert an olive grove byproduct into thermal energy and renewable carbon for soils, cities, and industry. [...]