Development of bamboo biodiversity on mining degraded lands: A sustainable solution for climate change mitigation

Singh, Lal; Thul, Sanjog T.; Manu, Thaddeus

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“…For this reason, moso afforestation may be included in eco-restoration strategies for rejuvenation of degraded ecosystems, bringing them back to their near original state (Singh et al, 2020). It also helps to control soil erosion, sustain microbial ecology, enhance biomass production and socio-economic development (Singh et al, 2021). However, new procedures for the computation of carbon credits from bamboo cultivations are needed, given the general conflict that emerges from literature data.…”

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Suitability and Eligibility of Phyllostachys pubescens (Moso Bamboo) Afforestation for GHG (Greenhouse Gases) Projects: Case Study in Central Italy

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Dugo

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Front. Environ. Sci.

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A case study concerning an experimental moso bamboo plantation (5 ha), located in central Italy, is presented. In order to evaluate CO2 capturing potential, a computational study was developed and applied to the bamboo field to predict and quantify the tons of CO2 equivalent annually sequestered, during a project range of 16 years. The computational model, based on allometric parameters and field density, was integrated with an accurate analysis of the geological, pedological and climatic scenario, and of the socio-economic context. The study aimed to correlate the growth and thickening trend of moso bamboo field, namely its CO2 capturing potential, with the geopedoclimatic context. This allowed to evaluate if the bamboo afforestation projects are capable to offset carbon dioxide emissions in the Italian context. The highest segregation power of the bamboo plantation equated 28.447 tCO2e yr−1, segregated by the whole field in the 13th year (out of a total timeframe of 16 years). The study demonstrated the eligibility requirements for a GHG project and the suitability of moso bamboo farming finalized to carbon trading. Our findings represent a valid model to encourage the voluntary carbon market in Italy from afforestation with bamboo species.

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Suitability and Eligibility of Phyllostachys pubescens (Moso Bamboo) Afforestation for GHG (Greenhouse Gases) Projects: Case Study in Central Italy

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“…India has immense land resources with significant climate, elevation, soil, and physiographic variations, allowing for the development of bioenergy from various plants [ 20 , 21 ]. Though expanding bioenergy plantations can conflict for water and land, it poses a threat to biodiversity conservation and food production [ 22 , 23 ]. In India, bioenergy is primarily derived from oil palm, a controversial crop that is highly disputed.…”

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Multifunctional applications of bamboo crop beyond environmental management: an Indian prospective

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Increasing population, industrialization, and economic growth cause several adverse impacts on the existing environment and living being. Therefore, rising pollutants load and their mitigation strategies, as well as achieving energy requirements while reducing reliance on fossil fuels are the key areas, which needs significant consideration for sustainable environment. Since India has considerable biomass resources, bioenergy is a significant part of the country’s energy policy. However, the selection of feedstock is a crucial step in bioenergy production that could produce raw material without compromising food reserve along with the sustainable environment. Higher growth capacity of bamboo species makes them a suitable lignocellulosic substrate for the production of high-value greener products such as fuels, chemicals, and biomaterials as well as an appropriate candidate for eco-restoration of degraded land. In that context, the current review discusses the multidimensional applications of bamboo species in India. The bioenergy potency of bamboo and probability of aligning its production, cultivation, and operation with economic and social development agendas are also addressed, making it an exceptional crop in India. Additionally, its fast growth, perennial root systems, and capability to restore degraded land make it an essential part of ecological restoration. Furthermore, this review explores additional benefits of bamboo plantation on the environment, economy, and society along with future research prospects.

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Land Degradation and Its Impacts on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services

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Upreti

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Land and Environmental Management Through Forestry

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Development of bamboo biodiversity on mining degraded lands: A sustainable solution for climate change mitigation

Cited by 8 publications

References 19 publications

Suitability and Eligibility of Phyllostachys pubescens (Moso Bamboo) Afforestation for GHG (Greenhouse Gases) Projects: Case Study in Central Italy

Suitability and Eligibility of Phyllostachys pubescens (Moso Bamboo) Afforestation for GHG (Greenhouse Gases) Projects: Case Study in Central Italy

Multifunctional applications of bamboo crop beyond environmental management: an Indian prospective

Land Degradation and Its Impacts on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services

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