ArticleMaterials (Basel, Switzerland)2025
Biochar as a Sustainable Component of Low-Emission Building Materials.
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- Modern Wood-Based Materials for Sustainable Building.Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Applying the Life Cycle Assessment to the Use of Biochar from Vine Pruning Waste as an Additive in Mortar.Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
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Abstract
Biochar (BC), derived from wood biomass through pyrolysis, exhibits properties that make it a promising additive in mortars for sustainable construction. This study investigated the influence of biochar produced at three pyrolysis temperatures (450 °C, 550 °C, and 700 °C) on the performance of cementitious adhesive mortars. The evaluation encompassed physicochemical characterization, mechanical and adhesive strength, volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions, leachability of contaminants, and a life-cycle assessment (LCA). The results demonstrate that biochar obtained at 700 °C has the highest carbon content, an alkaline pH, and increased porosity. In contrast, biochar produced at 450 °C exhibits better sorption capacity and a higher concentration of functional groups. Incorporating 1-5% BC (produced at any temperature) improves mortar performance; however, higher doses negatively affect adhesion to expanded polystyrene board (EPS) and concrete. Emissions of VOCs and leachable metals largely remained within environmental threshold values, with only isolated instances of exceedance. The LCA revealed that substituting mineral fillers with biochar could reduce the carbon footprint by up to 35% compared to the reference formulation. These findings confirm biochar's potential as a safe and environmentally beneficial component in low-emission construction materials, aligning with the principles of the circular economy and climate-neutral goals.
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