Spatial and temporal analysis of soil organic carbon at the regional scale (Belgium)

It is generally recognized that soils represent a major pool in the global C-cycle, as they contain more organic carbon than the atmosphere and biosphere together. As soil organic carbon (SOC) is a dynamic soil property, monitoring SOC is crucial in the framework of international treaties facing climate change (e.g. Kyoto protocol) and directives considering soil quality (e.g. EU Soil Thematic Strategy). More accurate SOC estimates at the regional scale are essential to better understand the significance of the soil reservoir. As detailed SOC maps and an insight into the effects of physical (i... Mehr ...