Architecture & DesignPhytotechnologies: Using Plants to Clean Up

Phytotechnologies: Using Plants to Clean Up

SKU: RV-10472AW

Duration: 3.00 Hrs

Phytotechnologies are a set of techniques that make use of plants to achieve environmental goals. This course will highlight the advantages and limitations of phytotechnology—whereby plants uptake and remove contaminants. We will also cover the cost-effective, natural cleanup methods that have a growing role in the following areas: remediation of environmental contaminants, eco-restoration, engineered wetland systems, and biofuels. The course will conclude with a discussion of current scientific case studies.

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Course Details

Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, you will be able to:

Comprehend phytotechnology applications, including current scientific case studies.
Recite the current advantages of phytotechnology.
List the environmental goals (i.e., contaminant uptake) of phytotechnologies.
Describe the limitations of phytotechnologies and implications for their integration in design.

Specs

Course Level	Fundamental
Languages	English
Compatibility	Audio, WebCast, MobileReady

Rumanda Young, Ph.D.

Author

Dr. Young is a Registered Landscape Architect (RLA) in the state of Texas and a Certified Planner (AICP). She holds a bachelor's degree in landscape architecture (BLA) from the University of Arkansas, a master's degree in city and regional planning (MCRP) with environmental planning emphasis from the University of Texas at Arlington, and a Ph.D. in urban planning and public policy. Dr. Young also spent time abroad in Cheltenham, England at the University of Gloucestershire focusing on sustainable development practices, environmental planning, and resource management.

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