Essays about: "restoration effects"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 117 essays containing the words restoration effects.
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1. Dynamic minimum flows in the bypass reach of Juktån : A post-implementation evaluation of the effects on riparian vegetation
University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för ekologi, miljö och geovetenskapAbstract : The purpose of the paper was to evaluate the effects of the restoration efforts in Juktån on the plant species richness and composition, vegetation zonation and soil composition. The restoration involved implementation of a dynamic flow, in addition to hydro-geomorphological alterations. READ MORE
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2. If Trees Could Talk - Dendrochemistry, a Promising Method for Understanding Pollution History
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaperAbstract : Heavy metal pollution presents a significant environmental challenge in the Anthropocene era, and understanding pollution history is crucial to address historical pollution and implementing effective mitigation measures. This study stands among a few comprehensive dendrochemical investigations that utilized an extensive dataset and energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF) technique to reconstruct the contamination history of As, Cd, Cu, Ni, Pb, and Zn, with a focus on Cu. READ MORE
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3. How does grazing and burning affect the occurrence and development of vascular plants?
University essay from Göteborgs universitet / Institutionen för biologi och miljövetenskapAbstract : Grazing and burning are disturbances that can be used for management of landscapes that are in need of restoration. When applying these disturbances, you can create a more diverse flora and fauna and control the grazing pressure from domestic cattle. READ MORE
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4. Interactive infographics for communicating sustainability : Use of an interactive infographic in explaining a complex sustainability framework for companies
University essay from Mälardalens universitet/Akademin för innovation, design och teknikAbstract : The natural world is under immense and increasing pressure caused by human activity. The adjustment from a state of declining nature to a more sustainable world requires changes of social and economic activities by individuals, societies, and the private sector. READ MORE
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5. Wetland restoration on Öland : a short-term evaluation of vascular plant community composition after topsoil removal and reinstated grazing
University essay from SLU/Dept. of EcologyAbstract : Wetlands are recognized as important types of ecosystems, inhabiting rich biodiversity and performing multiple ecosystem services. However, many have been lost because of anthropogenic activities and a majority of the remaining wetland habitats are in bad conditions, displaying both loss of functionality and biodiversity. READ MORE