Conservation & sustainable use of peatlands through rewetting and paludiculture in Sarawak
This project investigates the impacts of drainage on tropical peatland soil properties and carbon emissions, exploring innovative rewetting techniques such as organic canal-blocking to restore water tables. It integrates modified paludiculture farming to balance ecosystem restoration with local socio-economic needs, addressing carbon loss, fire risk, flood prevention, and food security. The research provides foundational knowledge for sustainable peatland management and climate resilience.
Dr. Marshall Kana Samuel is a senior research officer at the Malaysian Agricultural Research & Development Institute (MARDI) with a PhD in Environmental Geochemistry from the University of Nottingham. Specialising in soil sciences, she has published 14 papers on peatland rewetting and its impact on carbon emissions. Driven by a lifelong ambition to make a meaningful difference, Dr. Marshall is committed to finding solutions that benefit both society and the environment.
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