This means discovering the ways that we rely on soils in our communities, as well as detecting contaminants – like lead and arsenic – that sometimes make soil hazardous. We want to build safer soils in the places where we live, work, and play. Curious? Here you can watch our videos check out our comic book, read about our research, stay updated on project news, and learn how to take action in your community.
You can also read outcomes of our community soil studies in Troy, NY and Arica, Chile.
Looking for soil testing in Kent, NY? Sign up for our Fall 2024 workshops here!
Media Coverage
Our work in Troy was reported in the Albany Times Union.
Listen to part 1 and part 2 of a radio documentary about our soil testing with youth at the Sanctuary for Independent Media in Troy, NY, produced by Sina Basila Hickey for WOOC community radio.
Research Publications
We completed a sociological analysis of the research and policy field surrounding soil contamination in the United States. The results of this part of the study were published in the journal Environmental Science and Policy.
We conducted pilot studies using our Community Soil Study Toolkits in Troy, NY and Arica, Chile. We published a study of the social dimensions of the workshops in Troy in the journal Local Environment.
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- Read about our soil studies in Troy and Arica. More information
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- Find or organize a soil testing project near where you live. More information
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- Join a soil workshop More information
