Compare and contrast: Study combines woodchips and biochar to clean water of pharmaceuticals, nutrients

Compare and contrast: Study combines woodchips and biochar to clean water of pharmaceuticals, nutrients

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In a new study, researchers show how a simple system using woodchips and a bit of glorified sawdust — designer biochar — can dramatically reduce nitrogen, phosphorus, and multiple common drugs in wastewater.   Click here to read the story.

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