Using Coir Geotextiles for soil erosion control
One of the most effective and yet natural soil erosion prevention techniques is the use of Coir Geotextiles fabrics ( Woven Geotextiles). Used extensively to prevent environmental degradation Geotextiles have no synthetic material but is instead made out of an organic fiber, coir, which is extracted from the husk of a coconut. It is strong, durable, water […]
Coir Pallets – An environmentally friendly product from an environmentally friendly company
Coir Pallets – An environmentally friendly product from an environmentally friendly company It was the aftermath of Hurricane Irene in the USA. The storm had caused chaos to the environment and the ecology was disrupted. Lake George in the state of New York was hit hard. Its banks were destroyed and water was starting to […]
Eco-friendly and effective soil conservation products by CoirGreen
Eco-friendly and effective soil conservation products by CoirGreen In line with its vision to be an ambassador for the environment, CoirGreen recently launched four upgraded environmentally friendly products that focus on soil conservation. The products are alternatives to hard revetments such as concrete and stone walls. Using soil conservation products made out of coir is […]
Coir Logs – A proven way to prevent soil erosion
Coir Logs – A proven way to prevent soil erosion “Soil erosion is second only to population growth as the biggest environmental problem the world faces. Yet, the problem, which is growing ever more critical, is being ignored because who gets excited about dirt?” DavidPimental The importance of soil was emphasised by The great Indian […]
CoirGreen® Geotextiles – An Effective Soil Erosion Prevention Method
CoirGreen® Geotextiles – An Effective Soil Erosion Prevention Method “The different coir types and their characteristics have made coir the most versatile natural fiber to combat erosion and to restore waters and wetlands. Thus, coir seems to be the miracle fiber of this century to save the earth, its waters and wetlands” – Land andWater Magazine […]
The Golden Fibre – CoirGreen® Jute Products
The Golden Fibre – CoirGreen® Jute Products Of the many products in the CoirGreen® portfolio, Jute Geotextiles and Hessian Cloths have a golden touch. Known as the golden fibre, jute is a long, soft, shiny vegetable fiber that can be spun into coarse, strong threads. It is considered as the second most important vegetable fiber after cotton. The fibres […]
Poor quality soil can lead to harmful impact: Stop erosion now
Poor quality soil can lead to harmful impact: Stop erosion now “I kiss the soil as if I placed a kiss on the hands of a mother, for the homeland is our earthly mother” – Pope John Paul II Soil erosion is known as the wearing away of topsoil, leading to poor quality soil that is less […]
Preventing Soil Erosion – Protecting Humanity
When discussing environmental concerns, soil erosion is not the first issue that comes into mind. The world’s media focuses on fossil fuel problems, climate change, biodiversity and forest fires, while soil depletion is less spectacular and is seldom mentioned. However, societies in the past have even collapsed or disappeared as a result of soil erosion. For centuries […]
Erosion control products: cost effective alternatives for revegetation
Erosion is any horticulturist’s worst nightmare. From the process of replanting and restoration, to the loss of the most fertile soil, i.e. the topsoil, erosion can have damaging effects on any cultivation. Although erosion is mainly associated with water erosion, wind erosion and tillage are another two forms of erosion. So what are the signs […]
Coir geotextiles stabilised slope monitoring
Coir Products are a natural and biodegradable solution that are extensively employed to combat a variety of environmental challenges. Coir geo-textiles offer a number of benefits over synthetic geo-textiles. In addition to being 100% bio-degradable and environmentally friendly, they: Adding organic material to soil Promotes vegetative growth Tough, durable, versatile and resilient High tear-strength resistance […]