Olsson et al. (2024): Expectations on biochar as a climate solution in Sweden: Carbon dioxide removal with environmental co-benefits
Alexander Olsson, Mathias Fridahl, Stefan Grönkvist IN: Renewable and Sustainable Energy Transition, 5, 100087, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rset.2024.100087
This paper draws on the Swedish case to explore expectations put on biochar and the significance of public support for fulfilling these expectations. The analysis shows that biochar is expected to contribute to several environmental objectives. However, while biochar producers and users voice expectations on strengthening the multifunctionality of landscapes, e.g., improved ecosystem resilience and reduced nutrient run-off, the authorities rather narrowly direct attention to the stability of biochar as a carbon storage.