Authors:
Jaenicke, J., H. Wo_sten, A. Budiman and F. Siegert
Publication Date:
2010
Abstract/Summary:
In this study we present a strategy for improved planning of rewetting measures by dam constructions. The study area is a vast peatland with limited accessibility in Central Kalimantan, Indonesia. Field inventory and remote sensing data are used to generate a detailed 3D model of the peat dome and a hydrological model predicts the rise in groundwater levels once dams have been constructed. Successful rewetting of a 590 km2 large area of drained peat swamp forest could result in mitigated emissions of 1.4–1.6 Mt CO2 yearly. This equates to 6% of the carbon dioxide emissions by civil aviation in the European Union in 2006 and can be achieved with relatively small efforts and at low costs. The proposed methodology allows a detailed planning of hydrological restoration of peatlands with interesting impacts on carbon trading for the voluntary carbon market.
Resource Type:
Peer-reviewed Article
Source:
Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies for Global Change
Link:
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007%2Fs11027-010-9214-5