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Sustainable Agriculture Matrix (SAM) Consortium workshop held to review stakeholder inputs from eight countries

November 9, 2022
The Sustainable Agriculture Matrix (SAM) Consortium, a transdisciplinary and transnational partnership funded by the Belmont Forum, held their Second Consortium Meeting in October 2022. During this two-day event, partner organizations from around the world came together to share the results of their respective workshops series with their regional stakeholders.

First-of-its-kind database tracks agricultural phosphorus use world-wide

October 11, 2022
Researchers from the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science have released a first-of-its-kind study quantifying cropland phosphorus budgets around the world, which will help in identifying nutrient management gaps in different regions in food production and consumption systems. This new database will help countries and regions to evaluate their performances in addressing phosphorus pollution and scarcity challenges, and guide actions towards a more sustainable future.

Appalachian Laboratory launches Inspiration Award on 60th anniversary

September 23, 2022
The Appalachian Laboratory of the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science is pleased to announce the launch of the Appalachian Laboratory Inspiration Award in commemoration of the Laboratory’s 60th anniversary.

“Science for a green new deal” calls for new thinking to tackle environmental challenges

August 24, 2022
A new book by University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science Professor Eric Davidson reveals how “green new deal thinking” can connect the dots between environmental quality, economic well-being, and human dignity to help develop solutions to our greatest environmental challenges.

Francis “Champ” Zumbrun named 2022 Richard A. Johnson Environmental Education Award Winner

August 23, 2022
In honor of outstanding contributions to environmental education in western Maryland, the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science's Appalachian Laboratory has named Mr. Francis “Champ” Zumbrun as recipient of the 2022 Richard A. Johnson Environmental Education Award. Zumbrun received the award at a special ceremony at the Evergreen Heritage Center on Thursday, August 18.

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