Soil microbes: a natural solution for mitigating the impact of climate change

文献类型： 外文期刊

第一作者： Kumari, Aradhna

作者： Kumari, Aradhna;Mishra, P. K.;Dash, Munmun;Jagadesh, M.;Singh, Santosh Kumar;Mathpal, Bhupendra;Pandey, Sunil Kumar;Verma, Krishan K.

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关键词： Soil microbes; Climatic variables; Soil ecosystem; Carbon sequestration; Microbial diversity; Soil health

期刊名称：ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT （ 影响因子：3.0； 五年影响因子：3.1 ）

ISSN： 0167-6369

年卷期： 2023 年 195 卷 12 期

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收录情况： SCI

摘要： Soil microbes are microscopic organisms that inhabit the soil and play a significant role in various ecological processes. They are essential for nutrient cycling, carbon sequestration, and maintaining soil health. Importantly, soil microbes have the potential to sequester carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere through processes like carbon fixation and storage in organic matter. Unlocking the potential of microbial-driven carbon storage holds the key to revolutionizing climate-smart agricultural practices, paving the way for sustainable productivity and environmental conservation. A fascinating tale of nature's unsung heroes is revealed by delving into the realm of soil microbes. The guardians of the Earth are these tiny creatures that live beneath our feet and discreetly work their magic to fend off the effects of climate change. These microbes are also essential for plant growth enhancement through their roles in nutrient uptake, nitrogen fixation, and synthesis of growth-promoting chemicals. By understanding and managing soil microbial communities, it is possible to improve soil health, soil water-holding capacity, and promote plant growth in agricultural and natural ecosystems. Added to it, these microbes play an important role in biodegradation, bioremediation of heavy metals, and phytoremediation, which in turn helps in treating the contaminated soils. Unfortunately, climate change events affect the diversity, composition, and metabolism of these microbes. Unlocking the microbial potential demands an interdisciplinary endeavor spanning microbiology, ecology, agronomy, and climate science. It is a call to arms for the scientific community to recognize soil microbes as invaluable partners in the fight against climate change. By implementing data-driven land management strategies and pioneering interventions, we possess the means to harness their capabilities, paving the way for climate mitigation, sustainable agriculture, and promote ecosystem resilience in the imminent future.

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