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Some more photos and information on peat fires with further photos on assessing peat soils 2 year after a peat fire. In this example cores were dug at a number of locations and samples placed in jars. One sample was left sealed, the other exposed to the air. It has been interesting to monitor the drying of the exposed sample and the condition of the peat, one year on. There is considerable shrinkage of the soil, and the sample is extremely hydrophobic (expels water). Further information can be found at - https://lnkd.in/gxDJF9EE and https://lnkd.in/gkQgD-xE Asia Pacific Fire (apfmag.com) #peatland #peatfire #peatlandrestoration

Clean up of waterways… #forlifeandlimb As only 2.5% of the Earth’s water is freshwater and 68.7% of that is stored in icecaps, glaciers, and permanent snow. With another 30.1% tied up as groundwater, it only makes sense that we take care of the 1.2% of freshwater that’s available to us.

Yes, vegetation is one of the most effective and environmentally friendly methods for erosion control. It helps prevent soil erosion by: Stabilizing the soil: Plant roots anchor the soil, making it less likely to be washed away by rain or wind. Reducing water runoff: Vegetation slows down the flow of rainwater, allowing it to infiltrate the soil rather than running off and carrying soil with it. Providing ground cover: Plants or grasses act as a barrier that protects the soil surface from the impact of raindrops, which can dislodge soil particles. Improving soil structure: Root systems improve soil structure by increasing porosity, which enhances water retention and reduces the risk of erosion. #ErosionControl #SoilConservation #VegetationBenefits #EcoFriendly #SoilErosion #LandRestoration #PlantRoots #EnvironmentalProtection #deluge #bakersfield #kerncounty

Soil erosion doesn’t just wash away the earth—it can compromise your foundation, causing subgrade issues and water penetration. We can protect your property with expert erosion control and foundation solutions. Don’t wait until damage happens—secure your investment today! #remediationspecialists #soilerosioncontrol #foundationsolutions #orlandofl

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“Pollutant control measures kept over 550,000 pounds of fine sediment out of lake in 2023 despite extended snowmelt period, new California-Nevada report shows” “A bi-state effort to reduce pollution and restore Lake Tahoe’s world-famous water clarity kept significant amounts of stormwater and fine-grained sediment out of the lake in 2023, despite challenges from a winter of record snowfall and runoff” Read full article at the the link in the first comment. #stormwater #trashcapture #bmphood #civilengineering #bestmanagementproducts

Landfill downchutes face constant challenges from erosion and maintenance. HydroTurf® offers a proven, low-maintenance solution that combines engineered performance with long-term cost savings. Check out this short video to see how HydroTurf® transforms landfill downchutes. Have you considered how this innovation could improve your next project? #SustainableSolutions #HydroTurf #LandfillManagement

Soil removal in the snow dump area https://ow.ly/YCbn50Rp1M3

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Consider capping contaminated sediments with an active geotextile barrier rather than attempting to dredge and then treat & dispose the sediments elsewhere or installing a traditional thick 1-2m sand cap that will reduce the depth of the water. Huesker's Tektoseal Active combines simple installation methods and passive remediation to provide a low cost (carbon and financial) solution to prevent contamination from entering a waterbody. #Huesker #TektosealActive #Sustainableremediation