Author | : Simon Leake |
Publisher | : CSIRO PUBLISHING |
Total Pages | : 190 |
Release | : 2014-06-18 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : 064310965X |
Provides a clear, practical template for specifying landscape soils based on scientific criteria.
Author | : Simon Leake |
Publisher | : CSIRO PUBLISHING |
Total Pages | : 190 |
Release | : 2014-06-18 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : 064310965X |
Provides a clear, practical template for specifying landscape soils based on scientific criteria.
Author | : John A. Stanturf |
Publisher | : Academic Press |
Total Pages | : 436 |
Release | : 2020-10-24 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 0128131942 |
Soils and Landscape Restoration provides a multidisciplinary synthesis on the sustainable management and restoration of soils in various landscapes. The book presents applicable knowledge of above- and below-ground interactions and biome specific realizations along with in-depth investigations of particular soil degradation pathways. It focuses on severely degraded soils (e.g., eroded, salinized, mined) as well as the restoration of wetlands, grasslands and forests. The book addresses the need to bring together current perspectives on land degradation and restoration in soil science and restoration ecology to better incorporate soil-based information when restoration plans are formulated. - Incudes a chapter on climate change and novel ecosystems, thus collating the perspective of soil scientists and ecologists on this consequential and controversial topic - Connects science to international policy and practice - Includes summaries at the end of each chapter to elucidate principles and key points
Author | : Sabine Grunwald |
Publisher | : CRC Press |
Total Pages | : 504 |
Release | : 2016-04-19 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 1420028189 |
Environmental Soil-Landscape Modeling: Geographic Information Technologies and Pedometrics presents the latest methodological developments in soil-landscape modeling. It analyzes many recently developed measurement tools, and explains computer-related and pedometric techniques that are invaluable in the modeling process. This volume provi
Author | : Phillip J. Craul |
Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
Total Pages | : 424 |
Release | : 1992-11-11 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : 9780471805984 |
Presents essential information on the fundamental properties of soils and how they are affected under urban conditions. Coverage includes the physical, chemical and biological characterisitics of soil; how it can be classified, inventoried and mapped; urban soil properties; problems and solutions to many of the more common urban soils; methods of ameliorating compaction including other major drainage problems and much more. Contains over 150 illustrations.
Author | : Neil McKenzie |
Publisher | : CSIRO PUBLISHING |
Total Pages | : 433 |
Release | : 2004-07 |
Genre | : Business & Economics |
ISBN | : 0643069585 |
A unique compendium of the most important and widespread soils of Australia and their associated landscapes.
Author | : Kate Kennen |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 378 |
Release | : 2015-05-01 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : 1317599012 |
Winner of the 2017 CBHL Literature Award of Excellence in Landscape Design and Architecture Phyto presents the concepts of phytoremediation and phytotechnology in one comprehensive guide, illustrating when plants can be considered for the uptake, removal or mitigation of on-site pollutants. Current scientific case studies are covered, highlighting the advantages and limitations of plant-based cleanup. Typical contaminant groups found in the built environment are explained, and plant lists for mitigation of specific contaminants are included where applicable. This is the first book to address the benefits of phytotechnologies from a design point of view, taking complex scientific terms and translating the research into an easy-to-understand reference book for those involved in creating planting solutions. Typically, phytotechnology planting techniques are currently employed post-site contamination to help clean up already contaminated soil by taking advantage of the positive effects that plants can have upon harmful toxins and chemicals. This book presents a new concept to create projective planting designs with preventative phytotechnology abilities, ‘phytobuffering’ where future pollution may be expected for particular site programs. Filled with tables, photographs and detailed drawings, Kennen and Kirkwood's text guides the reader through the process of selecting plants for their aesthetic and environmental qualities, combined with their contaminant-removal benefits.
Author | : Elke Haege |
Publisher | : CSIRO PUBLISHING |
Total Pages | : 185 |
Release | : 2014-06-18 |
Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
ISBN | : 0643109668 |
Soils for Landscape Development provides a clear, practical and systematic template for specifying landscape soils based on scientific criteria. The soil specifications provide essential information and a universally applicable method for landscape architects and designers, specification writers, landscape contractors and soil supply companies to ensure quality and fit-for-purpose soils. A strong emphasis is placed on reducing environmental impacts by reuse of on-site soil, promoting appropriate minimal soil intervention, and using recycled products.
Author | : Pam Hazelton |
Publisher | : CSIRO PUBLISHING |
Total Pages | : 176 |
Release | : 2021-11-01 |
Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
ISBN | : 1486314031 |
With an ever-increasing proportion of the world’s population living in cities, soil properties such as salinity, acidity, water retention, erosion and pollution are becoming more significant in urban areas. While these are known issues for agriculture and forestry, as urban development increases, it is essential to recognise the potential of soil properties to create problems for the environment as well as structural concerns for buildings and other engineering works. Understanding Soils in Urban Environments explains how urban soils develop, change and erode. It describes their physical and chemical properties with a focus on specific soil problems that cause environmental damage, such as acid sulfate soils, and also affect the integrity of engineering structural works. This fully revised second edition addresses contemporary issues, including an increase in the use of green roofs and urban green space as well as manufactured soils in a variety of urban environments. Understanding Soils in Urban Environments provides a concise introduction to all aspects of soils in urban environments and will be extremely useful to students in a wide range of disciplines, from soil science and urban forestry and horticulture, to planning, engineering, construction and land remediation, as well as to engineers, builders, landscape architects, ecologists, planners and developers.
Author | : Phillip J. Craul |
Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
Total Pages | : 384 |
Release | : 1999-03-25 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 9780471189039 |
The soil which is found in large cities offer distinctive challenges to the landscape architect or horticulturist responsible for maintaining these urban plantings. Often compacted, contaminated, or otherwise unsuitable for use in major landscape projects, these soils require practical methods which can insure a successful outcome of a landscape project. This applications-oriented, introductory reference addresses numerous topics in the field of urban soil science.