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UK soils could see step change in carbon sink potential, with proper investment

Envirotec Magazine

Soil acts as a carbon ‘sink’, locking in GHGs that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere. Upgrading UK soils, particularly farmland and degraded peatlands, could radically improve their ability to store carbon. The potential of soil to sequester carbon is huge and should be fully maximised.”.

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Research aims to to save European peatlands from climate change

Envirotec Magazine

“This will in turn provide support for policymakers so that they can make better policy decisions for the sustainable management of peatlands.”. The project is funded by the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) and involves 23 UK and international project partners contributing vital datasets and expertise.

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How to start a community garden: Part 3

Low Impact

You should also build up a clear picture of the type, pH, and characteristics of the site’s soil. For a list of companies offering soil testing, or for more information on soil in your area, the Soil Association is a good source of information. Educational or training workshops on site could give an additional income.).

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Human Health in the Age of Climate Change: Disease, Nutrition, and Access at a Crossroads

Energy Innovation

More frequent and more intense storms create land runoff that can overwhelm water treatment facilities, contaminating drinking water with hazardous waste or soils with intestinal parasites. Furthermore, elevated CO 2 concentrations can result in greater uptake and concentration of soil toxins (such as arsenic or cadmium) in rice.

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Inflation Reduction Act Activation Guide: Climate-Smart Agriculture

EDF + Business

RCPP and REAP have a proven track record of promoting sustainable farming practices and increasing the deployment of renewable energy and energy efficiency in rural communities RCPP Nebraska Soil Health A $4.4 Key Takeaways IRA adds $4.95 All rights reserved.

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Learning how to garden a forest

Grist

Forest Service was founded in 1905 with fire suppression as a key policy. This means that every time we do something in the forest, we ask, ‘What is in the best interest of animals, plants, soil, water, air, and humans?’ The thick, green stems glisten atop jet-black patches of soil.

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25 Simple, Easy Ways to Go Green

The Environmental Blog

It enriches the soil, reduces landfill waste, and cuts down on methane, a potent greenhouse gas. It’s a full circle moment seeing food scraps turn into rich, nutritious soil. It’s essential what makes our ecosystems function (soil fertilization, cleansing of water and air, pollination, nutrient recycling, etc.).

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