High
water
content
and
pollutant
levels
in
sludge
not
only
have
limited
application
but
also
imposed
significant
additional
costs
on
the
industry
sector
Australia.
Dewatering
of
is
considered
a
challenging
task
due
to
floc
structures
high
molecular
weight
metabolites.
Hydrothermal
treatment
(HTT)
has
been
proven
be
powerful
approach
for
improving
dewaterability.
In
this
thesis,
different
lignocellulosic
biomasses
were
blended
with
HTT
comprehensively
study
effect
biomass
type
dewatering
performance,
properties
HTT-solid
fraction
(hydrochar),
soil
hydrochars,
techno-economic
process.
Frontiers in Environmental Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
12
Published: March 27, 2024
Soil
erosion
is
a
pressing
environmental
issue
with
significant
agricultural
productivity
and
ecosystem
stability
implications.
In
recent
years,
biochar,
carbon-rich
product
of
biomass
pyrolysis,
has
emerged
as
promising
soil
amendment
tool
for
control
due
to
its
ability
improve
quality
stability.
This
review
paper
aims
comprehensively
analyze
the
effectiveness
biochar
role
in
mitigation
sustainable
land
management
practices.
By
examining
wide
range
research
studies,
this
elucidates
impact
on
key
parameters
it
directly
affects
structure,
water-holding
capacity,
nutrient
retention.
The
discusses
how
interacts
particles
aggregates
enhance
their
resistance
erosive
forces.
It
also
assesses
influence
properties,
such
feedstock
type,
pyrolysis
temperature,
application
rate,
efficacy.
Furthermore,
explores
promoting
plant
growth
root
development,
thereby
reinforcing
vegetation
cover
further
reducing
susceptibility.
Finally,
an
outline
potential
challenges
opportunities
widespread
adoption
biochar-based
strategies
different
contexts
presented.
Overall,
provides
valuable
insights
into
multifacet
offers
recommendations
future
directions
direct
indirect
control.
