Doral Renewables LLC’s Post

Algae Crisis at Another US Lake Once again, we are facing an algae crisis at a lake in the United States. This issue is becoming alarmingly common and demands immediate attention. It is imperative for our legislators to take swift action to address and rectify this problem on a national scale. AECOM’s innovative algae harvesting technology (recipient of seven environmental awards) has emerged as a top solution to restore our nutrient-impacted waterways. By physically removing the nutrients that fuel Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs), this technology addresses the root cause and provides a sustainable solution to this growing crisis. In a world where environmental challenges continue to mount, our innovative approach to combating harmful algae in Lake Agawam marks a transformative moment in ecological restoration. As the first full-scale project of its kind, this initiative paves the way for a future where cutting-edge technology and environmental stewardship work hand in hand to reclaim and rejuvenate our precious water bodies. By addressing HABs head-on, we are not only revitalizing Lake Agawam but also setting a precedent for global water conservation efforts. This project stands as a beacon of hope, demonstrating that with ingenuity and commitment, we can overcome environmental adversity and restore the natural beauty and health of our lakes for generations to come. Together, we are charting a course toward a sustainable future where thriving ecosystems are the norm, not the exception. #aecom AECOM - Environmental Services #algaeharvester #habs https://lnkd.in/ecmiWPFd

Incorporating Conservation Practices into Leases https://lnkd.in/gMZckmuH

In Sarasota Bay, we have instituted a management approach we call “biased towards action.” It is not without its critics, I can assure you, including citizens that think we are overly deferential to local governments and scientists who think we are moving forward without sufficient knowledge of the bay’s ecology. However, Sarasota Bay has had 30 years’ worth of studies and monitoring, including several pollutant loading models, at least three sets of water quality targets, and we now have several decades of work to draw conclusions on as to what we should be focusing on. Here are some conclusions: 1) not all nitrogen loads are equally problematic, 2) wastewater impacts are not eliminated by going to AWT levels of treatment, 3) over-application of non-AWT wwtp effluent can be a big problem, 4) going to AWT with 100% reuse is the goal, 5) stormwater retrofits are best if focused on large, rather than small watersheds, 6) increased assimilative capacity by more filter feeders is always worthwhile, and 7) public education on how to live a more bay-friendly lifestyle is key. Is it working? Yes, it is. We now have our best water quality at any time over the past decade, and we are seeing signs of an expected substantial increase in seagrass coverage. Most of the credit for this is actually due not to scientists like me, but the politicians who listened to us, and voted to proceed with massive and expensive infrastructure upgrades, and the engineers overseeing these projects. Pivoting from studying the bay to implementing bay restoration projects has been our priority, and it seems to be paying off, as described below.

https://lnkd.in/gzVbWSHj The Role of Managed Farmland in Restoring Ecosystems #bestmanagedfarmlandnearme #farmsnearbangalore #agriculturelandnearme #managedfarmland

I write a fair amount now about #agrisolar as a way to mitigate land use conflicts. But it would be wonderful if people could see land used to nurture insects as also having value, equal to land that is creating tangible food products. 🧪 #agrivoltaics #pollinators #climateaction #solarenergy 👀 https://lnkd.in/gApRneys

Farmers can be an important part of the climate solution and the Washington State Conservation Commission Sustainable Farms and Fields program creates new opportunities for farmers to participate. Read more on how the inaugural year of this program went and where it is headed in the next year: https://lnkd.in/g2SqzbpZ

So delighted at the progress this bill is making in #NewYork state - it only awaits the governor's signature! It establishes a "native plant seed supply, development and enhancement program." I especially like this part of the bill: "Increase the use of native plant seeds in public land management, roadside landscaping, reforestation, pollinator promotion, habitat restoration, regular groundskeeping and maintenance on state lands and other project as determined by the commissioners of the department, the department of environmental conservation, and economic development." This is the kind of action we need to save our pollinators, preserve biodiversity, and stand a chance of adapting as the climate changes. What is your state doing to support pollinators? #pollinators #nativeplants #savethebees #sustainabilty #environment #solarenergy

https://lnkd.in/gXVThY6m The Role of Managed Farmland in Restoring Ecosystems #Managedfarmlandnearmysoreroad #bestmanagedfarmlandnearme #farmlandforsalenearme #agriculturelandnearme

Environmental conservation programs are among the largest components of recent farm bills, according to a January 2022 report from the Congressional Research Service. Conservation efforts made up 7% of the 2018 bill — $60 billion out of an estimated $867 billion over 10 years, according to the Congressional Research Service. Every five years, Congress may reauthorize, amend or add to existing conservation programs. The Congressional Research Service estimates the yearly cost for these programs will top $6 billion as part of the next reauthorization. This research-based primer focuses on the benefits and costs of the Conservation Reserve Program, the longest running such program that is part of the farm bill.

Between Soil and Society: New book traces history and development of U.S. conservation policy