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We must prioritize building capacity to map, monitor, and manage environmental risks in Ukraine's war-affected agricultural lands. This involves creating a network of science and business to utilize modern technologies like geospatial data and UAV surveys, along with soil sample analyses. Our goal is to safeguard sustainable farming and food security. However, in developing land restoration plans, we must adopt a long-term perspective, considering time demands and global challenges. We propose offering Ukrainian farmers an action plan or to-do list, starting with recommendations for land decontamination and remediation, and progressing to a sustainable farming strategy aligned with the requirements of the organic world market, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Green Deal, and the Paris Agreement. More in my lecture 👇🏼 https://lnkd.in/dCtjX7pG

💧Water is a focal element in the forthcoming Midsummer celebrations in Finland as it is in the themes of ICS24-conference 💧 UEF Water provides interdisciplinary solutions for sustainable, responsible, and integrated utilization of the aquatic resources by combining expertise from various scientific disciplines. WATER session themes (you can find more detailed session descriptions here: https://lnkd.in/dR8CzUPS): 💦Data and policy value chains interface in water management Chair: Antti Belinskij 💦Beyond the pretty picture: Remote sensing for biodiversity and ecosystem condition monitoring Chairs: Miguel Villoslada Peciña & Franziska Wolff 💦Monitoring and Managing Ecosystem Services and the Impacts of Outdoor Recreation, Nature-Based Tourism, and Adventure Pursuits Chairs: Kelsey M Johansen, PhD, Henna Konu & Jarno Suni 💦Irrigation Water Efficiency or Increased Extraction Of Groundwater – Which Strategy Should We Be Promoting Towards Adapting To Climate-Induced Increased Drought Chairs: Ahsan Uddin Ahmed & Shahidul Mallick NB! Besides these sessions, other water-related research abstracts can be considered for oral and poster presentations. See further information on how to be part of ICS24 in the comments! Have a great Midsummer! #water #aquaticresources #outdoorrecreation #naturebasedtourism #watermanagement #remotesensing #ecosystem #waterefficiency

🌊 Introducing Seawater Solutions – BlueTech Competition 2024🌊 We're thrilled to introduce Seawater Solutions, an innovative coastal engineering company from Scotland! 🇬🇧 Seawater Solutions is on a mission to restore and build coastal wetlands, including mangrove forests and saltmarshes, across Europe, Africa, and Asia. Their integrated operations not only rejuvenate these vital ecosystems but also create carbon credits and regenerative feedstocks essential for the green transition. By farming these coastal ecosystems, they produce raw materials that replace harmful industry ingredients, from livestock feed to building materials. Their wetland feedstocks are carbon-negative and packed with high-value properties, such as bio-active compounds for feeds and fire-retardant properties for construction. With over 8 projects spanning 50,000 hectares, Seawater Solutions collaborates with governments, organizations, and communities on the frontlines of climate change, making a tangible impact on our planet. Stay tuned for inspiring stories from our BlueTech Competition Cohort I. #BlueTechCompetition #BlueTechCompetition2024 Seawater Solutions Yanik Nyberg #MaritimeInnovation #OceanInnovation #CoastalRestoration #ClimateAction  #GlobalImpact #StartupAccelerator #SustainableInnovation #SustainabilityLeaders #TechForGood #BlueEconomy #CymothoeInitiative

📘 SOIL RESEARCH •Latest publications• 📢 The #JointResearchCenter (#JRC) and the European Environment Agency (EEA) have released the 2024 STATE OF SOILS IN EUROPE. This report highlights the urgent need for soil protection, detailing soil degradation drivers, impacts, and current responses across 32 EEA member countries, plus six cooperating countries from the West Balkans, Ukraine, and the UK. 📊 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 include alarming trends, such as: ● 1 billion tons of soil loss annually from erosion ● Carbon loss in many soils ● Over 400km² of land lost per year to soil sealing in the EU ● 74% of agricultural land in the EU+UK affected by nitrogen overload ● Prevalence of phosphorus surpluses, pesticide residues, and other pollutants ● Gaps in comprehensive soil health data especially for diffuse pollution 🔍 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝟖: Towards sustainable soil governance: Policy pathways for preserving soil health in Europe 🇪🇺 The 𝐄𝐔’𝐬 𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 landscape for soil protection has evolved from the 2006 𝑆𝑜𝑖𝑙 𝑇ℎ𝑒𝑚𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑐 𝑆𝑡𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑒𝑔𝑦 to the forthcoming 𝑆𝑜𝑖𝑙 𝑀𝑜𝑛𝑖𝑡𝑜𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑅𝑒𝑠𝑖𝑙𝑖𝑒𝑛𝑐𝑒 𝐿𝑎𝑤. This legislation aims to harmonize soil health monitoring, promote sustainable management, and identify and remediate contaminated sites. 𝐒𝐨𝐢𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐔 - 🌍 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐚𝐧𝐬: Effective soil management strategies and a strong protection framework are necessary in this region in which soils are highly vulnerable. - 🇬🇧 𝐔𝐊: Policy priorities focus on maintaining soil ecosystem services and resilience to climate change. The 2009 Soil Strategy for England set foundational objectives for protecting soil health and maintaining essential ecosystem services. - 🇨🇭 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐳𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝: The 2020 national strategy aims for zero net soil use by 2050, addressing unsustainable practices. - 🇺🇦 𝐔𝐤𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞: Soil management focuses on agricultural land but lacks a cohesive soil protection framework. - 🇹🇷 𝐓𝐮𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐲𝐞: The Law on Soil Conservation and Land Use (2005) and related regulations dating back from the 1980s (Environment, Grassland, Soil Pollution Control, and Agricultural Areas Conservation) establish standards for sustainable agricultural land use, soil protection, and pollution control. 🤝 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 Engaging citizens in soil research is crucial for sustainable #soilhealth. Citizen science fosters community contributions to soil data and supports collaborative solutions. Integrating this data into platforms like the ESDAC can help monitor soil health effectively and inspire sustainable change. 🔗 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: https://lnkd.in/eaY9X5Kh 🔔 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐞𝐝 for more insights from recent soil research and policy developments across Europe! #SoilLaw #SoilGovernance #EUResearch

🚜🧑🌾 Can stream and wetland mitigation really coexist with agricultural production? What if restoring natural habitats could actually improve your working lands and take advantage of potential financial opportunities? From erosion control to outdoor recreation opportunities, this article explores how smart mitigation strategies can benefit both the environment and your farm. Curious how it all works? Learn from Michael Scisco how mitigation practices can transform working landscapes into sustainable ecosystems that benefit both farmers and the environment. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dbvcARfP

The 2024 State of Soils in Europe report, produced by the Joint Research Center and the European Environment Agency in collaboration with more than 100 scientists, paints a concerning picture of the state of Europe’s soils.🌱 Soil degradation across the continent is advancing at an alarming rate, and the consequences for our food systems, natural ecosystems, and economies are increasingly severe. Europe is losing over a billion tonnes of soil every year due to erosion, severely impacting agricultural productivity and food security. Water erosion alone affects nearly a quarter of the continent’s soils, resulting in diminished crop yields, destabilized infrastructure, and heightened flooding risks. Furthermore, the report highlights that 74% of Europe’s agricultural land is grappling with nutrient imbalances, undermining biodiversity and harming the health of crops and ecosystems! 🌾🌍 👉Concrete actions are already in motion to address these challenges: • The proposed Soil Monitoring Law and the EU Soil Observatory are set to enhance monitoring and promote practices that rebuild soil health.🌱 • Through the EU Soil Mission, €435 million has been earmarked for projects aimed at restoring our soils, with 100 living labs planned to foster collaboration between academia, industry, and communities.🤝 At CinSOIL we understand that soil is the cornerstone of a sustainable future. Addressing soil degradation is not just a responsibility for policymakers—it’s a shared mission for all of us who rely on healthy soil for food, climate resilience, and biodiversity. We’re committed to driving sustainable solutions for a thriving future!🌿🌟🌍 🔗 You can read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eaY9X5Kh #Biodiversity #ClimateAction #SoilHealth #Sustainability #SoilRestoration

💬 "Soil is not only the foundation of our food systems, but it provides also clean water and habitats for biodiversity while contributing to climate resilience." 🪱 The Horizon Europe Mission 'A Soil Deal for Europe' is addressing the critical issue of soil health and is emphasising international cooperation in achieving Sustainable Development Goals. 🇺🇳🌿 Through the first three Horizon Europe work programs, 🔬 approximately 300 million Euros have been allocated to Research and Innovation projects. The initiative aims to establish 100 living labs and lighthouses across Europe, fostering bottom-up research and innovation in real-life conditions. 📝 More information in this insightful article by Kerstin Rosenow 👉 https://lnkd.in/dyWFcaF8 #MissionSoil #SoilHealth #HorizonEurope #Biodiversity #SustainabelAgriculture REVOLVE SDGs European Commission European Confederation of Soil Science Societies

A new study has revealed concerns that seafloor fishing activities, such as bottom trawling, may accelerate the process that turns organic carbon to CO2. The research, co-led by Lyell Centre Associate Professor Dr Marija Sciberras, reviewed the findings of 71 independent studies to create a global database that improves understanding of the complex relationship between demersal fishing and seabed carbon. Findings of the research, which was funded by the Children's Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), will be of particular interest to #ClimateChange scientists, policymakers and the #fisheries sector, and may inform new regulations aimed at minimising the adverse effects of fishing on marine environments. Dr Sciberras said: "“Seafloor organic carbon plays a key role in carbon sequestration and storage....the study emphasises the necessity for tailored management approaches if seabed carbon is to be protected effectively.” Read more on the Heriot-Watt University website: https://lnkd.in/exXZJk_7 #fishing #carbon #sustainability #climate #FisheriesManagement #regulations #policy #GlobalResearch #GlobalImpact Justin Tiano Emil De Borger Sarah Paradis Vilar Heriot-Watt GRID

💡 Starting the year with some good knowledge about how agricultural activities can impact the ocean. 😯 Never thought of that, did you? ⚠ The United Nations estimates that as much as 80% of all global marine pollution originates from land-based sources ➡ 🌿 Here you have a good occasion to have a look at our Industry report dedicated to the Agri-Food sector. #blueeconomy #agrifood #oceanconservation #sustainability

How to assess and quantify environmental impacts from various marine activities and eutrophication related pressures across geographical zones and different marine habitat types in marine Natura 2000 areas? Here we (Mads Birkeland, Jens Kjerulf Petersen, Karen Timmermann, Pernille Nielsen, Ian Sehested Hansen) presents operational biological quality elements, key indicators, concrete and generic impact criteria, and assessment procedures for operational assessment. https://lnkd.in/d-YzGW2N