Greenability Magazine

JUNE 8, 2021

This compost system provides a maximum environment for microbes to grow and create rich compost soil that increases soil fertility and helps sequester carbon. Photo: Center for Regenerative Agriculture and Resilient Systems. The post Learn how to build your own composter appeared first on Greenability Magazine.

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Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2021

The new Rethink Farming report presents evidence that farming with nature can restore natural assets and improve resilience to a warming world. But it’s in farmers’ best interests to start acting on climate change and nature recovery now, where on-farm action can make businesses more resilient.”. “We

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Envirotec Magazine

JUNE 15, 2022

Recent works completed in South Croydon used the proprietary soil enhancement system developed by Soil Science. But new technologies and new ways of conceptualising the problems are starting to appear, as specialist contractor Soil Science explains. It’s incredibly easy to create waste in the construction industry.

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Greenability Magazine

APRIL 4, 2023

Artists can help us reimagine our connection to the planet and move us toward a more sustainable future. Charlotte Street Foundation’s Earth/Work: Artists and Sustainable Living series features conversations with local artists who share their creative paths and how nature plays into their life work.

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Business Green

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

But the result, critics say, has been a proliferation of intensive farming practices that damage soils, nature, and the climate by ironing out as much unpredictability as possible from the natural world through pesticides, hulking machinery, and crop homogeneity. The outlook is certainly worrying. Defining 'regenerative' agriculture.

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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

It supports and sustains animal, and plant life by regulating the flow of water, greenhouse gases, nutrients and energy. It more clearly shows how human activities like farming, mining, forestry and industry can contaminate water, cause soil erosion, and pollute the atmosphere.

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Greenability Magazine

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

online on Putting Hope into Action with featured speakers on seed diversity, resilient living, herbalism and social change, food insecurity, human health and soil health, native plants and pollinators, perennial agriculture and more with farmers, The Land Institute and KC Farm School’s Let’s Grow Wyandotte.

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Envirotec Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2023

The EA report includes details of a number of Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) being rolled out across the country. million m3 of water storage and increased flood resilience to 15,000 homes, said a statement. EA chief executive Sir James Bevan set out his vision for Natural Flood Management (NFM) on 9 December. What is it?

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Greenability Magazine

APRIL 13, 2021

Heart & Soil , CinemaKC. Starting Small: Simple Steps to a More Sustainable Lifestyle – The Resilient Activist. Interwoven: An Earth Month Retreat – The Resilient Activist. Power of Respect for Climate Resilience & Recovery – The Resilient Activist. Sunday, April 18.

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Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2021

If we continue to lose biodiversity, the world’s most vulnerable people will not be able to adapt to climate change nor sustainably produce food, according to a report released on 7 October by the UN’s International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). On the other hand, small-scale farmers protect our natural resources.

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Greenability Magazine

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Here’s how to take advantage of this season’s gardener’s “gold,” get free fertilizer for next year’s garden, and help slow climate change by sequestering carbon in the soil. As we rediscover the incredible role of microbial life in our soil, we realize how important it is for us to do whatever we can to support them.”. “As

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Greenability Magazine

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Here’s how to take advantage of this season’s gardener’s “gold,” get free nutrients for next year’s garden, and help slow climate change by sequestering carbon in the soil. As we rediscover the incredible role of microbial life in our soil, we realize how important it is for us to do whatever we can to support them.”. “As

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Greenability Magazine

MAY 3, 2021

Three new stops have been added this year: Five Mile Farms uses regenerative farming practices that are more environmentally friendly for the soil and the climate. Visitors will learn about regenerative soil practices on this cattle and poultry farm. Photo: Timber View Farm Alpacas in Paola, KS.

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Envirotec Magazine

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Although lower-tier provision generally failed to increase bird numbers, it helped to sustain populations of some species, which continued to decline in the absence of agri-environment support elsewhere. Welsh Government have proposed making the 10% farm scale provision a universal element of the Sustainable Farming Scheme.

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Greenability Magazine

AUGUST 23, 2023

Through classroom work and outdoor training, participants learn about tree identification, site suitability, urban soils, basic tree biology, proper planting techniques, plant care, diseases and pruning. The post Care for urban trees as a Tree Keeper appeared first on Greenability Magazine. on September 30. The course costs $50.

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Greenability Magazine

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Doug Tallamy, author of Nature’s Best Hope, Bringing Nature Home: How Native Plants Sustain Wildlife in Our Gardens. The post Plan It Native landscape conference goes virtual appeared first on Greenability Magazine. To learn about additional native plant resources, visit Deep Roots KC. Photo: Tom Schroeder.

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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Dr Cao, a lecturer in the School of Sustainability, Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Surrey, said: “At the moment, a typical motorway or A-road surface lasts 20 years, but this is likely to reduce as extreme weather increases. They will introduce ground source heat pumps to cool roads in summer and warm them in winter.

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Greenability Magazine

MAY 10, 2021

Water leaving your property carries particles of soil and organic debris with it. Rain gardens and bioswales slow the movement allowing it to soak into the soil and reduce flash flooding issues. Rain gardens are a depression in the soil, collecting runoff from rooftops and driveways. appeared first on Greenability Magazine.

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Greenability Magazine

MARCH 16, 2021

Native trees, shrubs, and woody vines can help improve wildlife habitat, soil and water conservation while also improving the appearance and value of property. The post Get native tree seedlings for spring appeared first on Greenability Magazine. Photo: Redbud tree by JC Sullivan24 / CC.

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Envirotec Magazine

AUGUST 14, 2023

The government has introduced a refreshed strategy which aims to walk the tightrope of promoting the safe and sustainable use of space while also encouraging innovation and investment in space businesses. As the UK space sector continues its rapid evolution, the UK government strategy focuses on unlocking growth and delivering resilience.

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Envirotec Magazine

MARCH 26, 2021

Some grasses are a sustainable energy source that could be a driving force towards achieving net zero carbon emissions, according to new research that appears to demonstrate their resilience to harsh growing environments. Miscanthus grass grown as a crop for biofuels.

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Envirotec Magazine

MARCH 12, 2020

NFM seeks to create efficiency and sustainability in the way the environment is managed by recognising that when land and water are managed together at the catchment scale it is possible to generate whole catchment improvements with multiple benefits. Livestock practices such as lower stocking rates and shorter grazing seasons can also help.

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Greenability Magazine

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Mulched leaves and grass clippings return nutrients to the soil and reduces the need for fertilizing. The Johnson County K-State Research and Extension recommends composting yard waste to reduce the amount of waste entering landfills and for a finished compost that improves garden and landscape soils. Start a backyard compost.

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Greenability Magazine

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Clean the environment and improve soil quality. The post Check out these native plant sales appeared first on Greenability Magazine. Adapt well to temperature extremes, drought and flooding. Crowd out invasive plants. Resist disease and pests. Require less maintenance.

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Greenability Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2022

The basic concept is to plant seeds in potting soil placed in a plastic container, add water, cover, label the container and place in a full-sun, protected area outside. Then place three to four inches of soil and add a little more water until it drains out the bottom. The soil should be really wet because that’s how this system works.

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Greenability Magazine

JUNE 28, 2021

All plants are grown organically, demonstrating what is possible to grow in the Kansas City soil and climate. The post Tour the Beanstalk Children’s Garden appeared first on Greenability Magazine. Children are encouraged to sample the ripe edibles. Self-guided tours are free and guided tours are $2 a person.

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Greenability Magazine

AUGUST 31, 2021

Through classroom work and outdoor training, participants learn about tree identification, site suitability, urban soils, basic tree biology, proper planting techniques, plant care, diseases and pruning. The post Care for urban trees as a Treekeeper appeared first on Greenability Magazine. Photo: RichardBH / CC.

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Greenability Magazine

JUNE 1, 2021

Tickets can also be purchased in advance at Suburban Lawn and Garden, Family Tree Nursery, Heartland Nursery, Soil Service Garden Center, Larry’s in Riverside, Farrand Farms and Ben’s Lawn and Garden. The post Escape to the Master Gardener tours appeared first on Greenability Magazine. Photo: Douglas County Master Gardeners.

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Greenability Magazine

JANUARY 11, 2021

The basic concept is to plant seeds in potting soil placed in a mini greenhouse container, add water, cover, label the container and place in a full-sun, protected area outside. In the bottom of each milk jug, place three to four inches of soil and add a little more water until it drains out the bottom. Make your own mini greenhouses.

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Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Global organisations that have blazed a trail of innovation to conserve and enhance water resources and embed sustainable processes have been recognised for their pioneering work, says the Brave Blue World Foundation, the group behind 2020’s Netflix-featured film about water, which also organises the Lighthouse Awards.

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Greenability Magazine

JUNE 1, 2021

Cultural practices – Careful attention to environmental factors like plant spacing, soil temperature, full sun, soil amending, timely irrigation, weeding and mulching will go a long way towards pest and disease control. The post Try 7 organic strategies to control garden pests appeared first on Greenability Magazine.

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Greenability Magazine

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Native trees, shrubs, and woody vines can help improve wildlife habitat, soil and water conservation while also improving the appearance and value of property. The post Reserve native trees now for spring planting appeared first on Greenability Magazine. The online Seedling Order Form Catalogue displays a full listing and order form.

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Greenability Magazine

JUNE 22, 2021

It grows best in well-drained soils. In fact, wet soil conditions may be its only downfall. As the name implies, this milkweed prefers to grow in moist, boggy soils. It grows best in well-drained soils and is considered very heat and drought tolerant. appeared first on Greenability Magazine. It prefers full sun.

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Greenability Magazine

JULY 28, 2020

Land Use: MARC’s Tom Jacobs and Scott Schulte with Vireo Landscape Architects highlight green infrastructure for better soil health and stormwater retention. The post Hear local experts discuss climate issues appeared first on Greenability Magazine. Watch it here. Watch it here.

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Greenability Magazine

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Your gift will produce oxygen, improve air quality, sequester CO2, help reduce urban heat gain, prevent soil erosion, provide windbreaks, feed people, support wildlife, reduce violence and bring people together, according to Tree People, a non-profit organization that supports trees. So, this year, consider giving a tree. Help plant a forest.

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Greenability Magazine

MARCH 16, 2021

To help your family, here are a dozen ways to reduce food waste that can save you money, help people in your community, enrich your garden soil, preserve fresh harvests and even feed local farm animals. Transform food scraps like potato peelings, melon rinds, corncobs and stale bread slices into soil by composting them. Start small.

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Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Some commentators in the sustainability sphere report a dawning realisation that climate change can no longer be simply “solved”, in the sense of it being possible to slow it down to a degree that will allow our civilization to continue in a more or less recognisable form.

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