Soil Processes
How do soils affect to climate change mitigation and adaptation?
Soil & Climate change mitigation and adaptation
The soil organic carbon content (humus) represents a dynamic flow equilibrium in the soil. A balance is created between the supply of organic material and microbial decomposition. Natural site characteristics and management influence the flow equilibrium. Humus build-up means improved soil fertility and water storage and protects against climatic consequences such as droughts and heavy rainfall events.
