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SAWA Updates
Stay up to date with the latest updates from the Sawa Project! Here, you'll find all the recent news, achievements, and insights related to our initiatives, including advancements in biochar production, exciting partnerships, project milestones, and more.
Activated Biochar, An Eco-Friendly Solution to Reduce Nitric Oxide (NO) Pollution
Air pollution caused by nitrogen oxide (NOx) gases is becoming an increasing global concern. These gases, primarily emitted from the...
Aug 6, 20253 min read
Peanut Shell Biochar, an Eco-Friendly Solution to Absorb Phosphate from Wastewater
Phosphate-contaminated water not only increases the cost of water treatment but can also lead to harmful algal blooms that pose serious...
Aug 5, 20252 min read
Sawa Biochar at INAGRITECH 2025, Innovation for Sustainable Agriculture and Climate Action
Jakarta, August 2025 — SAWA, one of the pioneer in environmentally friendly biochar innovation participated in INAGRITECH 2025 ,...
Aug 4, 20252 min read
Biochar and Compost, A Powerful Duo to Save Plants from Toxic Lead (Pb)
Lead (Pb) is a toxic heavy metal that serves no beneficial role for any living organism — not for humans, animals, or plants. High...
Jul 31, 20252 min read
The Secret of Biochar: Nature’s Shield for Rice Seedlings Against Extreme Cold
Rice, a staple food for billions of people, is highly sensitive to low temperatures. When cold weather strikes, rice growth can stall,...
Jul 25, 20253 min read
Spruce Bark Waste Transformed into Dye Adsorbent: An Eco-Friendly Solution for Polluted Water
Water pollution caused by dye-laden industrial waste has become a global concern. Synthetic dyes discharged into rivers or lakes not only...
Jul 24, 20252 min read
Turning Chicken Manure into an Eco-Friendly Catalyst? A Green Innovation from Magnetic Biochar!
When we talk about green chemistry, one of its core principles is reducing waste and reusing materials that are often considered “trash.”...
Jul 23, 20252 min read
Pine Needles is one of a Forest Fire Hazard? Then, Turn Them into Biochar to Save The Water and Nature!
In the Himalayan mountain region, there's a type of waste often seen as insignificant, yet it has a major impact on the environment: dry...
Jul 22, 20253 min read
Maintaining Pond Water Quality with Biochar, The Secret Behind Healthy Shrimp
The shrimp farming industry is undergoing a major transformation. Amid growing market demand, farmers face a tough challenge: how to...
Jul 21, 20252 min read
Chicken Manure Biochar as a Sustainable Peat Substitute for Growing Media
Peat has long been a staple in horticultural growing media due to its excellent water retention, high structural stability, and low...
Jul 18, 20252 min read
SAWA EcoSolutions Supports the Launch of the Indonesian International Biochar Association, Driving a Sustainable Green Future
Jakarta, July 7 2025 – In a historic moment for Indonesia’s sustainability and agricultural sectors, SAWA EcoSolutions participated as...
Jul 17, 20252 min read
Biochar and Straw: The Key to Fertile Soil and Bountiful Harvests in Cold Regions!
In cold climate regions like Northeast China, many farmers face serious challenges in maintaining soil fertility and increasing crop...
Jul 16, 20252 min read
Biochar from Rice Straw and Corn Stalks: A Natural Solution to Heavy Metal-Contaminated Soil
Soil contamination by heavy metals such as cadmium (Cd) poses a serious challenge to global agriculture. This toxic element can enter the...
Jun 24, 20252 min read
Eco-Friendly Solutions for Wastewater: Turning Coconut Waste and Tea Residue into Clean Water Heroes
Water pollution has become one of the most pressing environmental issues, threatening human health and disrupting ecosystems. Household...
Jun 20, 20252 min read
Eco-Friendly Plastic Innovation: Combining Biochar with PBSA for a Greener Future
Eco-friendly plastics have become a focal point in the global effort to reduce the environmental impact of conventional plastic waste....
Jun 19, 20252 min read
Wheat Straw Biochar: A Smart Way to Preserve Soil and Water Balance in Rice Fields
Have you ever imagined that charcoal made from wheat straw could help maintain the fertility of soil and water in rice paddies? This idea...
Jun 18, 20252 min read
Boosting Crop Yields with SAWA Biochar: Optimizing Soil Quality Without Chemical Fertilizers
In modern agriculture, one of the greatest challenges farmers face is maintaining soil fertility and increasing productivity without...
Jun 17, 20251 min read
The Secret of Fertile Soil: The Role of Nitrifying Bacteria and the Benefits of Biochar in Corn Fields
In the world of agriculture, soil is not merely a growing medium — it is a living ecosystem, full of microorganisms silently working to...
Jun 16, 20252 min read
Pineapple Leaf Waste Becomes a Clean Solution for Pesticide Pollution in Water
Every year, millions of tons of pineapples are harvested worldwide. But did you know that besides the sweet fruit, other parts of the...
Jun 13, 20252 min read
Onion Peels and Agricultural Waste: An Unexpected Source of Natural Antioxidants
Did you know that onion peels, which we usually throw away, actually hold many health benefits? Beneath their dry and tough appearance,...
Jun 11, 20252 min read
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