Despite all warnings, people continue to ruthlessly exploit land resources around the world, planting monocultures and setting up large-scale infrastructure. Social ecologist Anke Schaffartzik analyses the political and economic interests that precede these developments and their impact on society. The snapshots of global material and energy flows, but also the power gradient of which they […] Continue reading “Saving the world with Christmas cookies?”
scilog talked to Martin Doyle about the challenges of bridging research and policy, regaining trust in public institutions, one page memos and windows of opportunity. First and foremost, interesting policy innovation takes places at local level, says the environmental researcher and water expert. Continue reading ““There is an emergency every day””
The use of biochar in agriculture improves soil fertility, especially in tropical regions, and mitigates greenhouse gas emissions. A project funded by the Austrian Science Fund FWF studied the positive impact of the “fertiliser of the future” on ecosystems and nutrient cycles. Continue reading “Biochar improves crop growth and climate”