Climate-smart soils

Keith Paustian (), Johannes Lehmann, Stephen Ogle, David Reay, G. Philip Robertson and Pete Smith
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Keith Paustian: Colorado State University
Johannes Lehmann: Atkinson Center for a Sustainable Future, Cornell University
Stephen Ogle: Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory, Colorado State University
David Reay: School of Geosciences, University of Edinburgh
G. Philip Robertson: Soil and Microbial Sciences, Michigan State University
Pete Smith: Institute of Biological and Environmental Sciences, University of Aberdeen

Nature, 2016, vol. 532, issue 7597, 49-57

Abstract: Abstract Soils are integral to the function of all terrestrial ecosystems and to food and fibre production. An overlooked aspect of soils is their potential to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. Although proven practices exist, the implementation of soil-based greenhouse gas mitigation activities are at an early stage and accurately quantifying emissions and reductions remains a substantial challenge. Emerging research and information technology developments provide the potential for a broader inclusion of soils in greenhouse gas policies. Here we highlight ‘state of the art’ soil greenhouse gas research, summarize mitigation practices and potentials, identify gaps in data and understanding and suggest ways to close such gaps through new research, technology and collaboration.

Date: 2016
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