Ash as a soil amendment for low fertility farmlands: Impacts on soil fertility and heavy metals content

The CBPPL Company generates five tons of biomass ash daily as a byproduct of generating heat from their boiler. Currently, this waste is disposed of at the local landfill. However, it is acknowledged that the soil in the region is of low fertility and requires correction for agricultural purposes. Therefore, this document proposes a technical feasibility study to explore the potential of using ash as a soil amendment. The study will include the application of the ash and evaluation of soil fertility and contamination levels to ensure its safe and effective use. It is hoped that the results of this study will not only prevent the ash from being sent to the landfill but also fulfill the input requirements for local farmers.

Faculty Supervisor:

Kelly Hawboldt;William Newell

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Partner:

Corner Brook Pulp and Paper Limited

Discipline:

Earth science

Sector:

Agriculture; Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Memorial University of Newfoundland

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