How chocolate could counter climate change

15 Sept 13:02 Key points summarised by AI

Biochar, a black powder produced by heating cocoa husks in an oxygen-free environment, effectively locks in greenhouse gases, reversing the carbon cycle.
This innovative substance serves as a potent fertilizer, enhancing soil water and nutrient absorption, and can also be incorporated into 'green' concrete production.
While experts estimate biochar could capture 2.6 billion tonnes of CO2 annually, scaling up production locally and overcoming high costs are significant hurdles.
The biochar industry is experiencing strong growth, driven by the sale of carbon certificates to companies aiming to offset their emissions, leading to a multiplication of projects across Europe.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.