Looking into the ground
ORCaSa goes a step further and considers not only agricultural soils but also forests, pastures, wetlands, and public spaces in urban areas. In that way, the chances to capture and store carbon are maximised.
Forests
Along with the oceans, forests are one of the world’s major carbon sinks. They are above and below ground, but their very existence is threatened by human activities.
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To grow knowledge and dialogue on the Earth’s soils
The Soil Carbon International Research Consortium (IRC) that emerged in November 2023 from the ORCaSa project is advancing carbon solutions through research funding, harmonisation of research activities and knowledge sharing. We are looking for universities and research organisations, national and international initiatives or programmes, national and international R&D agencies, development agencies, foundations, policymakers, private companies and NGOs working with environmental and sustainability topics… to become an active member or donor.
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Fresh news, key events, the latest trends and innovations… there is always something going on in the ORCaSa project and the IRC on soil carbon.
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