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Clean Soil Bank Publication out

12/10/2018

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The NYC USI and its partner's are excited to announce a new publication in the journal of Landscape and Urban Planning entitled Constructed soils for mitigating lead (Pb) exposure and promoting urban community gardening: The New York City Clean Soil Bank pilot study.

Highlights
  • Excavated glacial sediments mixed with compost function as productive topsoil.
  • Constructed topsoils had significantly lower contaminant levels than background soils.
  • Soils remained clean and crops were safe for consumption despite surrounding contamination.
  • Manufactured soils produced crop yields comparable to control soils.
  • Waste stream materials were diverted from landfill, promoting the benefits of urban gardening.
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