Identification of regionally appropriate grazing systems for the reduction of greenhouse gasses in Alberta, now and in the future
Investigating the Link Between Drought, Cattle Management and Soil Carbon This project studied the role of different cattle grazing systems in maximizing carbon storage and minimizing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions throughout Alberta’s grasslands. Funded through the Biological GHG Management Program in 2015, the project aimed to better understand how grazing affects carbon storage in grasslands…
Eco-mimicry approach to methane capture in tailing ponds
The unique properties of biochar give it the potential to be applied to many different GHG-reducing applications. This project explores using biochar as a cap for tailings ponds to minimize methane emissions. It includes building a small bioreactor, creating tailings pond conditions, adding biochar with specific bacteria, and then carrying out analysis to measure effectiveness…
Technologies for Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Providing Offset Options for the Beef and Dairy Industries
Reducing Methane Emissions from Cattle Funded through Round 9: Biological Greenhouse Gas Management, this collaborative effort among researchers in Canada and Australia explored innovative dietary approaches to reduce enteric methane emissions from milk and beef cattle, while further increasing production efficiency. Cattle are a major source of emissions in Alberta and worldwide, producing what is…
A Matter of Timing and Source: Enhanced Efficiency Nitrogen Fertilizers and Products to Reduce Nitrous Oxide Emissions in the Prairie Provinces
Funded through Round 9: Biological GHG Management in 2015, This project investigated the use of enhanced efficiency nitrogen fertilizers (EEF) to reduce nitrous oxide emissions and improve yield in spring wheat across the Canadian Prairies. The results of this work help not only Alberta producers, but those in Saskatchewan and Manitoba as well, where additional…
Deploying an Advanced Analytics Platform to Quantify Livestock Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions and Monitor Reduction Strategies at Individual Animal and Whole Operation Scale
Weight Monitoring Technology to Reduce Methane Emissions from Cattle Building on extensive research, technology development and industry investment, this project demonstrated how an advanced data analytics platform can improve operation profitability and reduce emissions in the Albertan beef and dairy industries. The project was funded through Round 9: Biological GHG Management in 2015 and allowed…
Implementation of 4R Nutrient Stewardship and the NERP in AB
Reducing Emissions Through Stewardship Initiatives Fertilizer production is a major contributor to global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and nitrogen management is critical to overall environmental health. To demonstrate its commitment to sustainability, the fertilizer industry has been headlining a stewardship initiative that will utilize the 4R (Right Source at Right Rate, Right Time, Right Place®)…
Wavelength-Selective Solar Collectors for Power Generating Greenhouses and Carbon Capture
Solar Panels that Produce Energy and Help Promote Crop Growth Funded through Round 7: Renewable Energy in 2013, this project allowed farmland to simultaneously generate food and electricity with the use of a low cost and highly durable power generating greenhouse-mounted solar panel that simultaneously generates electricity and facilitates plant growth. The ability to reduce…
Biological Plant Inoculants to Increase Carbon Sequestration in Alberta’s Agriculture and Forestry Sectors
Soil fungi help the plants that grow around them to access the nutrients and water they need for optimal growth and development. Where soils have been degraded due to forest fire or heavy agricultural production, for example, populations of soil fungi are low. As a result, plant growth can be severely impaired. Mikro-Tek has developed…
