Protecting wetlands from underground mining impacts
UNSW Engineers want to learn more about the impact of coal mining on wetlands—before and after mining occurs.
Earth Sciences
Mar 25, 2019
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Oil spill adds to list of Dorian-induced woes in Bahamas
The air smells like fuel, the ground is covered in a black paste-like substance and the residents of Grand Bahama are afraid.
Environment
Sep 12, 2019
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Fixing the fens: Group focuses on protecting the UK's most important ecosystem
On the University's doorstep lies a vast expanse of fertile land. The peaty soil is so carbon-rich, the first time researcher Tom Marquand saw it he was shocked.
Ecology
Apr 14, 2023
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Climate change impacts peatland carbon dioxide gas exchange primarily via moisture conditions
Northern peatlands store approximately one third of global soil carbon, namely around 500 gigatons. Because the peatland carbon cycling is largely controlled by partly anaerobic soil conditions, the carbon stored in these ...
Earth Sciences
Apr 8, 2019
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Tree death patterns revealed through statistical lens
New methods of analysing high resolution digital airborne imagery are being trialled in a bid to track water usage in Perth's drying climate.
Environment
Aug 27, 2013
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Mapping the planet's ups and downs
(Phys.org) —Researchers at the University of Glasgow are using a new technique known as interferometric synthetic aperture radar (InSAR) to predict natural disasters around the world and manage their impact.
Earth Sciences
Aug 26, 2013
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Blanket bogs need protection from climate change
(Phys.org)—Blanket bogs, which provide vital habitats for a unique range of plants, birds, small mammals, reptiles and amphibians, are at risk of declining as a result of climate change.
Environment
Sep 7, 2012
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The burning issue of the world's vulnerable carbon sinks
Changing climate conditions and increasing occurrences of wildfires may leave globally important carbon stocks defenceless, new research shows.
Environment
Jan 27, 2015
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Gnangara groundwater packs acidic punch
HYDROGEOLOGISTS have detected elevated acidity levels in the Gnangara Mound water table, north of Perth.
Environment
Jul 19, 2013
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Increasing the water table in agricultural peatland could hold key to reducing UK's greenhouse gas emissions
Increasing the water table could help to slow down global warming, boost crop yields, and preserve peat soils according to a new study.
Environment
Feb 6, 2017
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