Resources is an international, scholarly open access journal on the topic of natural resources. It publishes reviews, regular research papers, communications and short notes, and there is no restriction on the length of the papers. The aim is to encourage scientists to publish their experimental and theoretical research in as much detail as possible. Full experimental and methodical details must be provided so that the results can be reproduced. Subject Areas: • natural resources • water resources • mineral resources • energy resources • land resources • plant and animal resources • genetic resources • ecology resources • resource management and policy • resources conservation and recycling