Author Archives: Philip Small

About Philip Small

Soil scientist. Biochar enthusiast. Environmental consultant. Micro-business owner. Linchpin for my clients and for my community. Random acts of heroism.

Spokane Needs the New Soil Science

Posted on February 8, 2011 by Philip Small 1 Comment

This morning, a draft white paper, Securing a Future for Soil Science, was distributed for comment to the division heads of the Soil Science Society of America. It is breathtakingly refreshing. And it encourages soil science geared to environmental restoration, the aspect of soil science that Spokane needs the most. Continue reading →

Restoration

Lands Council’s First Friday Open House

Posted on February 3, 2011 by Philip Small Leave a comment

February 4, 2011 from 5pm to 7pm – 25 W. Main Ste 222 Continue reading →

Events

Biochar Standards

Posted on February 3, 2011 by Philip Small Leave a comment

In a very positive development for biochar stakeholders, a Biochar Characterization Standard Working Group is being convened by the International Biochar Initiative. Continue reading →

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Chicago: Biochar and Urban Soils

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Philip Small Leave a comment

There is little research to support urban use of biochar, but the value of potential soil health improvements assures eventual study. Continue reading →

Restoration

Workshop: Streambank Soil Bioengineering. March 9-10, 2011

Posted on January 30, 2011 by Philip Small Leave a comment

Streambank Soil Bioengineering: How to Build and Install Vegetative Structures for Reducing Streambank Erosion. March 9-10, 2011 in Spokane, Washington. Continue reading →

Events

Soil Health, Wealth, and Wisdom

Posted on January 30, 2011 by Philip Small Leave a comment

Range managers are promoting the health of living soil systems as essential to sustained business viability. Ecological restoration and urban redevelopment have much to gain from the grazing schools of soil husbandry. Continue reading →

Restoration

Tincan Delivers

Posted on January 29, 2011 by Philip Small Leave a comment

Science Reporters is an innovative after-school program that focuses on increasing middle school girls’ interest in science, technology, engineering and math careers (STEM) through investigative reporting on science issues and video production. Tincan’s Science Reporters began in 2009 with a grant from the National Science Foundation. Continue reading →

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