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07Feb 2022 by Leonard B Howie

Restoring the Environment: Ways You Can Help

There are a lot of things we can do to restore the environment and make it better than it has been in many years, but there are also a lot of things that we can do which might not be so responsible. As the world's population continues to grow, and technology becomes more advanced, we have got to find ways to live in harmony with nature. Many people don't realize that they may be harmed when they don't know any better, and the planet is suffering as a result. Reduce the amount of waste you generate Going zero waste could be as simple as giving up buying plastic water bottles or switching from paper towels to reusable cloth. It’s not about perfection, it’s about incremental change and about doing what…

20Nov 2020 by Leonard B Howie

Applications Of Ecological Restoration

Ecological Restoration

Ecological restoration is the process of restoring an ecosystem or habitat back to its original state after it has undergone any kind of disturbance. It is an intentional activity induced in an ecosystem to accelerate the recovery of the overall ecosystem in terms of health, sustainability and integrity. A wide range of ecological processes can be done to restore an ecosystem like afforestation, daylight streams,reintroduction of native species, removal of non native species, habitat and range improvement of targeted species, removal of weeds and revegetation of arid areas. APPLICATIONS Leaf Litter Accumulation Believe it or no, this is one of the most important roles in the restoration process. It essentially means that whatever leaves fall on the ground are allowed to accumulate on the forest floor. Leaf litter holds a…

18Oct 2020 by Leonard B Howie

Concepts Underpinning Restoration

Restoration

Ecological restoration is the systematic process of restoring an ecosystem or habitat back to its original state after it has undergone any kind of disturbance. It is an intentional activity introduced in an ecosystem to accelerate the recovery of the overall ecosystem in terms of health, sustainability and integrity. A large variety of ecological processes can be done to restore an ecosystem like afforestation, daylight streams,reintroduction of native species, removal of non native species, habitat and range improvement of targeted species, removal of weeds and revegetation of arid areas. There are a lot of factors that underpin the requirement of ecological restoration, and why it is the need of the hour in so many ecologically critical environments. Some of these are listed below. Disturbance Disturbance is a change in the…

11Sep 2020 by Leonard B Howie

Every Restoration Is Unique

Unique

Practitioners of ecological restoration are acutely aware that the outcomes of their efforts depend on a multitude of factors. Some of these are well understood and remedial measures can be applied; while some other factors are much less understood, if they are even identified. For instance, control of exotic species, species selection, site preparation and planting methods can all play significant roles in the restoration process and change the ecosystem in ways that are only partially understood. It is also known that the same restoration technique when used in identical situations over the course of several years can yield dramatically different results. Such a change can be difficult for practitioners to predict and therefore they might need to keep contingency plans in place beforehand. For example, consider a study conducted…

12Jul 2020 by Leonard B Howie

Redefining Ecological Restoration In The 21st Century

Ecological

Ecological restoration was conceptualised over forty years ago, through the lens of natural science. However, ecological restoration has evolved over time, and has come to include a social and scientific concept. Even though ecological restoration presents itself as a duality in guidance documents on the subject, there is hardly a change in its definition. This viewpoint makes a weak argument towards those who are reluctant to acknowledge that ecological restoration is required at an ecologically weak point, and also does not give an appropriate amount of credit towards the contribution of social sciences. Ecological restoration is currently defined as the process of assisting the recovery of an ecosystem that has been degraded, damaged or destroyed by either natural or anthropogenic factors. This definition promotes the concept of restoring the environment…

10Jul 2020 by Leonard B Howie

Theoretical Concepts Related To Ecological Restoration

Theoretical

Ecological restoration is the process by which an activity is induced into the ecosystem which leads to the initiation or acceleration of the recovery process of the ecosystem with respect to its health, integrity and sustainability. A wide range of projects are available for ecological restoration such as reforestation, erosion control, removal of non-native species, weeds, revegetation of disturbed areas, reintroduction of native species, daylight streams, and habitat and range improvement for targeted species. There are a lot of terms used in ecological restoration that are quite relevant to the process. Disturbance A disturbance is a change in environmental conditions that disrupts the overall functioning of an ecosystem. Disturbance can occur at different scales, both spatial and temporal, and is a natural component of many communities. However, the severity and…

29May 2020 by Leonard B Howie

Causes of Ecosystem Damage and Its Restoration

Ecosystem

A day across the city can put on clear display the primary sources of ecosystem damage. Plants, animals, and human beings are a part of the ecosystem that needs saving. Even the beautiful seascapes and landscapes form this whole picture of a planet that fosters life. But it is the most intelligent beings that have led to the destruction of the environment. Human activities leave massive carbon footprints, damaging the equilibrium of nature. Without every pillar of a safe ecosystem being intact, the standards will fall drastically to affect all the living beings. Various factors contribute to the extinction of certain species and further destruction of habitat. Let us look at some of the causes of ecosystem damage and its effective restoration measures. Causes of Ecosystem Damage · Pollution This…

02May 2020 by Leonard B Howie

Environmental Restoration: Simple Tips

Environmental Restoration

Millions of people are constantly reading on the Internet that the environment is on the verge of collapse. The fossil fuels have been successfully depleted, and they are going to last another 40 years, maximum. We should start relying on renewable resources of energy like solar energy, wind energy and hydro energy. Students are also constantly learning in that losses that the environment is suffering. But, many schools fail to teach students what they should do to help restore the environment. They tell them not to litter, but they do not tell them to plant trees whenever they can. In this guide, I will be talking about some of the easiest and simplest tips that you can try in your life to make sure that you are contributing to the…

12Apr 2020 by Leonard B Howie

How Can We Responsibly Restore The Environment?

Restore

Because of the destructive and disastrous activities of human beings, the environment is on the verge of a major collapse. If you look outside, in a lot of countries, the air has become disastrously polluted. For example, the air quality in cities like Mumbai and New Delhi, in India or hazardous and very difficult to breathe in. Because of the negligent and pathetic activities of human beings, the environment is gravely suffering. Global warming is one of the most significant issues that the earth is facing, and our leaders are refusing to acknowledge them. People like Donald Trump, the President of the United States of America, believe that global warming is a hoax. When we have world leaders who have no idea what the earth is going through, it is…

22Feb 2020 by Leonard B Howie

3 Reasons Why Restoring Nature is Important

Restoring Nature

The global phenomenon of ecosystem degradation is changing the face of the planet. Around 95% of the Earth’s land is expected to degrade by 2050 as the actions of humans are only sucking the soul out of the other living beings. It is indeed one form of self-destruction because people are hurting themselves over a long period by killing the trees and the animals that form the other half of the planet. A cycle spanning over many years exists for every living being, and it needs to be maintained in order to sustain life on Earth. UN summits and other global discussions have only led to further confusion regarding the implementation of the developed strategies. Although people are being provided with information about the declining state of the planet, no…