Category: ICNE

In the News | ICNE Second-Year Update

In 2011, Iowa State University’s College of Engineering established the “Dean’s Research Initiatives” and awarded $500,000 to three interdisciplinary teams to help the groups pursue larger funding opportunities in important research areas. One of these teams is the the Initiative for a Carbon Negative Economy (ICNE). Over the last year, ICNE continued to look for large … Continue reading In the News | ICNE Second-Year Update

ISU Researchers Explore the Effects of Biochar on Downstream Ecosystems

From the Iowa State Daily: ISU Researchers Explore the Effects of Biochar on Downstream Ecosystems Biochar may be a next-generation soil amendment utilized by farmers to increase agricultural productivity. While this biorenewable solution has potential for commercial use in the near future, there are aspects and variables that could be further explored to improve the … Continue reading ISU Researchers Explore the Effects of Biochar on Downstream Ecosystems

Biochar is an investment in soil

Eric Debner, eric.debner@iowastatedaily.com While no meteorologist or agronomist can accurately predict which years will be “dry years,” scientists and farmers can now take steps to protect themselves against plant dehydration during a drought. Biochar, a substance known for its ability to retain water and enrich soil fertility, is on the mind of researchers at Iowa State. Read more