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Global Soil Partnership

Trainings on soil pollution

As part of the FAO programme “Restoring Livelihoods and Revitalizing Rural Communities Affected by Mines and Explosive Remnants of War,” the Global Soil Partnership (GSP) is equipping academics, governments, NGO’s with the knowledge and tools needed for accurate soil pollution identification, risk mitigation, and the development of contaminant reduction strategies.

These efforts aim to support a sustainable and resilient agricultural future for countries affected by mines and explosive remnants of war. In collaboration with the Global Soil Laboratory Network (GLOSOLAN) and the International Network on Soil Pollution (INSOP) experts, the GSP has developed comprehensive theoretical courses to establish a strong foundation in soil pollution assessment protocols.

Trainings

Module 18 – Energetic materials
Module 18 – Energetic materials
09/01/2025

This module focuses on analytical techniques for detecting explosive and propellant residues in soil and environmental samples. The module covers the principles of sample preparation, extraction, and analysis, emphasizing the use of liquid chromatography coupled with tandem mass spectrometry (...

Module 17 – Determination of elements in soil using inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectroscopy (ICP OES)
Module 17 – Determination of elements in soil using inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectroscopy (ICP OES)
09/01/2025

This module provides a detailed exploration of using inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectroscopy (ICP OES) to measure trace elements in soil. The module covers the principles of soil sample preparation, acid digestion and the operational mechanics of ICP OES. Emphasis is placed on...

Module 16 – Strontium 90 and caesium 137
Module 16 – Strontium 90 and caesium 137
09/01/2025

This module focuses on analytical techniques for measuring radioactive isotopes in soil and water samples, such as strontium 90 (Sr90) and caesium 137 (Cs137). The module provides a comprehensive overview of sample preparation, analytical methods such as liquid scintillation counting and gamma...

Module 15 – Determination of soil organic carbon (SOC)
Module 15 – Determination of soil organic carbon (SOC)
09/01/2025

This module covers the principles and practices for determining soil organic carbon (SOC). Participants learn about the significance of SOC for soil fertility, water retention and climate change mitigation. The module emphasizes standardized analytical techniques, including wet chemical oxidat...

Module 14 – Determination of electrical conductivity (EC)
Module 14 – Determination of electrical conductivity (EC)
09/01/2025

This module focuses on measuring electrical conductivity (EC) in soil samples, a critical parameter for assessing soil salinity. Participants are introduced to the theoretical background of EC, its importance in environmental and agricultural contexts, and practical steps for laboratory and fi...

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