Co-Owner · June 5, 2026
Some of the best answers to environmental problems come from methods that have been around a long time.
Biochar is the perfect example of this.
It’s a charcoal-like substance made from organic materials.
We're always looking for new ways to protect the environment.
What is biochar
Biochar has been around for as thousands of years. Some scientists say it’s how how ancient societies fertilized their lands.
It is made by heating organic waste in a low oxygen environment, transforming the biomass into a carbon-rich form of charcoal.
It also captures biproducts that can be used for renewable energy.
Unlike raw compost, biochar is incredibly long lasting, remaining in soil for a long amount of time.
What biochar is used for
Biochar has a lot of uses, and they tie back to waste, soil, and water.
Here are just a few of the ways Biochar helps the environment:
Soil Altering
- Improves water retention in soils
- Enhances soil nutrients
- Promotes soil fertility
- Helps fix contaminated or degraded landscapes
Farming and Landscaping
- It can be mixed into soil as a sustainable alternative to other fertilizers
- It can be used to build richer, healthier flowerbeds
- Can help reduce methane emissions
Septic Applications
- Used in drain fields to filter and trap contaminants
- Reduces runoff, preventing polluting waterways and groundwater sources
How biochar transforms septic waste
BBB Septic fits into the equation by being a frontrunner for Biochar by rethinking how our waste is processed.
Typically, when Septic tanks are pumped, the solids are treated and then sent to landfills. These traditional methods are not sustainable, especially when we take into account the thousands of gallons created and processed on a daily basis around the Northwest Arkansas area alone.
Through a process called pyrolysis, the act that creates biochar, biosolids can be converted into usable material.
The high heat would kill pathogens and neutralize contaminants, leaving behind a carbon-rich material.
Why biochar matters
Biochar can help as the world grapples with climate change, soil degradation, and water contamination.
- It reduces waste by turning byproducts into usable materials
- Improves food security by boosting crop production and dependance on synthetic fertilizers
- Protects water by reducing runoff and filtering
- Captures carbon within itself
Where we hope to take this
BBB Septic’s mission has always revolved around long-term sustainability.
Working in the wastewater industry, we understand the importance of soil and water health in our communities.
Biochar fits like a glove in our mission.
It’s a product is currently helping design greener systems that protect our environment.
Biochar may not be part of every septic system yet, but it’s a step in a direction we believe in: turning waste into something useful.