ISSN:
1432-1254
Keywords:
Halophytes — Effect on weather
;
arid region climate modification
;
irrigation — Effect on weather
;
vegetation — Effect on weather
;
Deliberate climate modification by vegetation
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Geography
,
Physics
Notes:
Abstract The practicality of modifying climate in arid regions through irrigation has up to now been constrained by the availability of fresh water with which to grow crops. The present results suggest a new paradigm: the use of salt water to grow halophyte crops and modify local climate along coastal deserts and other arid regions where saline water supplies are available.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01214388
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