The synthesis of carbon, particularly in an activated form, from sludge materials such as composed of biosolids and the like is described... Show moreThe synthesis of carbon, particularly in an activated form, from sludge materials such as composed of biosolids and the like is described wherein the treated material is subjected to processing including chemical activation, light and humidity treatment, pyrolysis and physical activation to result in an activated carbon of high surface area and microporosity. Sponsorship: Illinois Institute of Technology United States Patent Show less