Experimental Geomorphology and Soil Erosion Group

Conserving soil, feeding people

Mission

To Investigate the soil erosion, erodibility and aggregate stability of the (sub)tropical soils

To ensure the soil security, sustainability and soil ecosystem services maintenance

Our mission is connected to the three goals for sustainable development agenda

2030 United Nations Agenda

Sustainable Development Goals link

2. Zero Hunger

Soil security is crucial to produce food, fibers and biofuel



13. Climate Action

Soil erosion and fire play a role on the Earth biogeochemical cycle, including carbon sink-emission

15. Life on land

Soil is a component of the biosphere, providing ecosystem services and biodiversity conservation

Facilities

Environmental, Biotechnological and Bioenergy Study Center link


Soil erosion investigation through simulated rain


Soil erodibility and rain erosivity determination


Experimental rural catchment