Evaluation of Green Compost and Zeolite to Improve Soil Quality for Dubai as part of the Sustainable City programme (Evaluating Green Compost and Zeolite to Enhance Soil Quality for Dubai Sustainable City)

Language:

English

Thematic Areas:

Natural Resources Management in Marginal Environments

Problem Overview:

In the United Arab Emirates, the soils are dominantly sandy and infertile and require frequent irrigation to maintain a healthy landscape under hot climate. However, little has been done in this respect on UAE soils for urban landscaping projects such as Dubai Sustainability City, and hence this subject has formed the focus of this study, involving zeolite and compost produced by Tadweer Waste Treatment L.L.C. in different quantities, tested in the laboratory and greenhouse trial.

Purpose:

The purpose is to improve the soil quality and conserve water.

Partners:

• Tadweer Waste Treatment LLC, Dubai, UAE
• Diamond Developers, Dubai, UAE
• ICBA

Timeline:

2014 to 2015

Geographical Scope:

UAE

Contact:

Dr. Abdullah Alshankiti: [email protected]

Dr. Shabbir A Shahid: [email protected]

Dr. Shagufta Gill: [email protected]

See more at: biosaline.org

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