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To Be Equitable, US Urban Green Infrastructure Planning Must Transform
… puts forth an assessment framework and recommendations for advancing more equitable and just green infrastructure. … US cities use green infrastructure to comply with storm water regulations in the Clean Water Act. Significant … of the Urban Systems Lab. More details and other project publications can be found at www.giequity.org . …
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Gary M. Lovett: Scientist, Mentor, Advocate, & Friend
… career, Gary stretched the boundaries of ecosystem science, advancing understanding of how forests process pollution, … the forests’, assembling interdisciplinary experts and advancing science-based solutions to prevent the accidental … for the town, and was in the process of leading a Natural Resource Inventory at the time of his death. Our hearts …
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Paid summer fellowships available in the Catskills
… research gaps identified by the DEC, DEP, USGS, and other resource managers (outlined in the RFP). Funds up to $15,000 … generate scientific insights that inform natural resource management, while gaining scientific training in an … Roberts ( Neversink Reservoir: How carbon shapes drinking water ). 2023 Fellows: Final Presentations: Breeding …
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Applying science to natural resource management in the Catskills
Applying science to natural resource management in the Catskills Targeting research … health of Catskill forests and streams determines drinking water quality for nine million people in New York City. …
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Machine learning IDs mammal species with the potential to spread SARS-CoV-2
… capacity and strongest viral binding among mammal groups. Water buffalo, bred for dairy and farming, had the highest … are frequently handled by biologists for research and management. Han explains, “Our model is the only one … on these systems. Our findings lead to more effective resource management, policy actions, and environmental …
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Soil carbon sequestration as a climate change solution
… of organic matter are good for plant growth, retention of water and nutrients, and soil health. Many farmers, who … government grants; no-till is now practiced on about 40% of agricultural land in the U.S. Supplying food to the … that we should restore soil organic matter by intensive management to increase soil carbon sequestration. …
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Dosing the coast: Baltimore County’s leaky pipes are medicating the Chesapeake Bay
… from wastewater treatment and septic systems, as well as agricultural runoff. An important, but often overlooked … is common in many older cities.” For a year, weekly water samples were collected from six sites in Baltimore’s … on these systems. Our findings lead to more effective management and policy actions and increased environmental …
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Measuring the moisture in forest soils from space
… Soils all over the world contain different amounts of water, and these levels are constantly changing. This water … Measuring soil moisture with ground sensors is a time- and resource-intensive process requiring many hands. Plus, soil … soil moisture globally. What sorts of on-the-ground management activities can SMAP-derived soil data improve …
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Team Cary: Elsa Anderson
… preserves. The students were trained in environmental management, with activities like brush clearing, trail … going to have to drive the bus on this, but I'm here as a resource.” Having support to pursue your own ideas is … and asked them questions about their perceptions of water quality, air quality, and other environmental …
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Ask the scientists: GLEON
… us to expand our network of people – our most valuable resource – to monitor lakes in places like Africa, South … I am from Burkina Faso, where access to drinking water is a challenge during the dry season due to water … came to the US to pursue my master’s in water resource management. Someday, I hope my work can help solve water …
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