Environmental problems such as soil erosion, loss of organic matter, compaction, salinisation, landslides, contamination and sealing are rapidly increasing in the whole of Europe. The major causes of these is seen to lies within the issues of climatic changes in relation to global warming, inappropriate land use and greenhouse emissions. The problems might leads to change in soil and land and also their natural surface nature. This change might also affect soil fertility and crop yield losses, property and flood damage, economic effects due to erosion-induced income, losses (e.g. tourism, land abandonment), removal, treatment and disposal of (contaminated) sediments down stream, infrastructure damage (roads and water supply) and organic mater decline. Use of integrated thinking, appropriate land use management and stable environmental policy would help to minimise or mitigate the mentioned problems in the Europe. Science and scientist will play important role in providing quantitative information that may help policy makers to achieve mitigations of environmental changes in sustainable manner.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Changing Environment
- Soil Protection
- Water Quality
- Atmospheric Protection
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This article aims to provide a concise overview of soil and land management issues in Europe, focusing on the balance between policy and scientific understanding. It emphasizes the importance of addressing the changing environment, protecting soil and water quality, and mitigating the impact of greenhouse gas emissions. The article provides insights and recommendations for policymakers to implement sustainable land management practices.
- The impact of climate change and human activities on soil and land degradation.
- The importance of soil protection for agricultural production, water quality, and biodiversity.
- The relationship between agricultural practices and water quality, including mitigation strategies.
- The role of greenhouse gas emissions in land degradation and potential mitigation measures.
- The need for sustainable land management practices to protect soil, water, and the environment.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: The article highlights the growing concern over environmental issues, including land degradation, soil erosion, and water pollution, and their implications for food security and natural resource conservation. It underscores the importance of balancing policy and science to achieve sustainable land management in Europe.
- Changing Environment: This chapter discusses the impact of climate change on soil and land, including rising temperatures, changes in precipitation patterns, and the exacerbation of soil degradation processes. It emphasizes the need for research and integrated thinking to provide policymakers with relevant information.
- Soil Protection: This chapter explores the vital functions of soil and the consequences of its degradation. It highlights the need for protecting soil for agricultural production and water quality, emphasizing the importance of understanding soil processes and implementing sustainable management practices.
- Water Quality: This chapter focuses on the importance of water quality for human health, animal health, and ecosystem integrity. It discusses the factors that can lead to water contamination and the need for scientific research and integrated management practices to protect water bodies.
- Atmospheric Protection: This chapter examines the impact of greenhouse gas emissions on climate change, soil degradation, and environmental quality. It highlights the urgency of addressing these emissions through sustainable management practices and integrated measures.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The main keywords and focus topics of this article include: soil degradation, land management, climate change, water quality, greenhouse gas emissions, agricultural practices, sustainable development, environmental policy, and best management practices. The article emphasizes the importance of research, integrated thinking, and policy interventions to address these crucial issues.
- Quote paper
- PhD Student Suleiman Usman (Author), 2012, Soil and land in changing environment: a briefed note for policy makers in Europe, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/203948
