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Publication Date
1997
Location
Manitoba and Saskatchewan
Description
Leipzig South (Saxony) has been heavily transformed by open cast lignite mining. Alternative forms of land use are sought which contribute to an increase of biodiversity and an improvement of soil quality. This could be achieved by the selective introduction of grazing animals and perennials. Specific scenarios for open pits, dumping areas, open pits’ slopes and land reclaimed for agriculture are proposed. Socio-economic drawbacks are outlined.
Citation
Eichler, S and Herzog, F, "Concepts for Mining Landscape Development in Eastern Germany with Grazing Animals and Agroforestry" (1997). IGC Proceedings (1985-2023). 9.
(URL: https://uknowledge.uky.edu/igc/1997/session27/9)
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Concepts for Mining Landscape Development in Eastern Germany with Grazing Animals and Agroforestry
Manitoba and Saskatchewan
Leipzig South (Saxony) has been heavily transformed by open cast lignite mining. Alternative forms of land use are sought which contribute to an increase of biodiversity and an improvement of soil quality. This could be achieved by the selective introduction of grazing animals and perennials. Specific scenarios for open pits, dumping areas, open pits’ slopes and land reclaimed for agriculture are proposed. Socio-economic drawbacks are outlined.
