Special Session 3: Soil carbon sinks: sustainable agriculture and the circular economy
Organizer: Professor Lih-Fu Chen | Shu-Te University, Taiwan
Short description of the proposed topic:
The global climate change issue has made "carbon sinks" a
prominent topic, and governments worldwide have declared their
intention to achieve "net zero emissions" by 2050. To achieve
this goal, in addition to relevant policies, a diverse set of
implementation plans is essential. There are three main methods
for "carbon neutrality": carbon capture and storage (CCS),
carbon emission reduction, and carbon storage (offsetting or
reuse). Among these, carbon storage has the greatest potential
and is the most feasible. Regarding the concept of carbon
storage, soil carbon sinks (yellow carbon) are a much easier
system to control than ocean carbon sinks (blue carbon) and
forest carbon sinks (green carbon). Agricultural soils, in
particular, are a resource for human survival. Soil organic
matter content (SOC) is an indicator of soil fertility and the
foundation of sustainable agriculture and the circular economy,
deserving the attention and conservation of all humankind.
Novelty and motivation:
This session will focus on effective methods to increase soil
organic matter and technologies for the reuse of organic waste,
echoing the two key concepts of soil carbon credits and circular
economy in net-zero sustainability.
Short Biography of Organizer
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Dr. Lih-Fu Chen is an experienced soil scientist and educator with over 20 years of academic and practical expertise in soil management, plant nutrition, and sustainable agriculture. He holds a Ph.D. in Soil Science from National Chung Hsing University and currently serves as an Associate Professor at Shute University of Science and Technology, Taiwan. Throughout his career, Dr. Chen has contributed extensively to research in biofilms, Aquaponics system, and organic farming, publishing numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at international conferences. He also holds patents for innovative environmentally friendly devices. His international experience includes consulting and development projects in West Africa, particularly in Burkina Faso. Recognized for his dedication, Dr. Chen has received multiple teaching awards and research fellowships. His commitment to education, research, and sustainable development continues to drive his contributions in the field. |
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