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US 5,947,041 AGranted
Method for using tree crops as pollutant control
OwnerLouis A. Lichtinventor
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Abstract
A method of naturally removing or inhibiting pollutants is described. Tree stems from trees having preformed root initials and a perennial root system are planted adjacent to or intersecting near surface ground water supply, at the area where water is to be decontaminated or at the source of pollution. The stems are planted densely to achieve maximum pollution control and environmental affects. Row planting is used and the crop harvested on a rotating basis.
Claims4
A method of reducing leachate from contaminated soils or landfills, said method comprising:
- planting perennial tree stems having an upper and lower end and preformed root initials at a depth such that at least two buds at the upper end of the stem are above the ground and at least two feet of the lower end is buried;
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- allowing the stems to develop roots to remove water from the soil, thereby preventing further leakage of water into the contaminated material and reducing leachate creation.
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