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Urban soils research: SUITMA 10.
Zhongqi Cheng1, Ganga M Hettiarachchi2, Kye-Hoon Kim3
1Dep. of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Brooklyn College of The City Univ. of New York, Brooklyn, NY, 11210, USA.
Journal of Environmental Quality
|December 28, 2020
Summary
Research on Soils in Urban, Industrial, Traffic, Mining and Military Areas (SUITMA) highlights risks and the critical role of urban soils for city sustainability. This work promotes better understanding and management of these vital anthropogenic soils.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Soil Science
- Urban Ecology
Background:
- Soils in Urban, Industrial, Traffic, Mining, and Military Areas (SUITMA) present unique environmental, ecological, and health risks.
- These soils are integral to local ecosystems, particularly in urban settings where they are crucial for sustainability and resilience.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present research on SUITMA soils from the SUITMA 10 conference.
- To promote a better understanding and management of anthropogenic soils.
Main Methods:
- The SUITMA 10 conference in Seoul, South Korea, featured diverse research topics.
- Papers covered urban soil properties, contamination risks, biological indicators, and air deposition.
Main Results:
- Research addressed urban soil characteristics and risks associated with contamination.
- Studies explored biological indicators for ecological functions and impacts of air deposition in urban gardens.
Conclusions:
- SUITMA research underscores the importance of managing urban soils for ecological functions and ecosystem services.
- Understanding anthropogenic soils is key to enhancing urban sustainability and resilience.
