Browsing: Land
The article discusses the historical and ongoing practice of land reclamation in Hong Kong, which has played a crucial role in the city’s urbanization and economic…
Land Use and Cover Changes in the Tordzie Watershed: Past Insights and Future Directions
The article discusses the alarming changes in land use and land cover (LULC) driven by human activities, particularly due to population growth and unsustainable practices. These…
The Mad River watershed is predominantly private land, limiting conservation efforts despite supplying 70% of Humboldt County’s drinking water. Greg King, Executive Director of Siskiyou Land…
Impact of Land Development and Road Salt on Streamwater Chemistry in Southeastern Pennsylvania Watersheds
The article discusses the freshwater salinization syndrome (FSS) occurring in urbanized areas of northern regions, particularly due to the application of road deicing salts. Over time,…
The article discusses land use and land cover (LULC) changes in the upper watershed of the Qingshui River basin in China’s Chongli district from 1990 to…
How Cryogenic Land Processes Influence Vegetation Patterns in Northern European Tundra
The study area spans 78,000 km² between 68–71°N and 20–26°E, featuring diverse climates from wet maritime to dry continental, with a landscape shaped by past glaciations.…
The article examines the rapid retreat of glaciers in the Andes, particularly focusing on the La Raya mountain range in Peru, and its impact on land…
Boosting Carbon Storage: Maximizing Terrestrial Vegetation through Smart Land Management
The article categorizes factors affecting vegetation carbon sequestration into three main areas: climate impacts (mainly precipitation and temperature), other environmental factors (such as landforms, vegetation types,…
GIS-Driven Soil Loss Assessment and Watershed Prioritization for Effective Land and Water Conservation
The article discusses the critical issue of land degradation and soil erosion, particularly in the Banas River Basin in Rajasthan, India, which affects agricultural productivity and…
Identifying Key Areas for Ecological Restoration in a Karst Watershed Using Land Use Trajectories
The article discusses significant land use changes in the Wujiang River Basin, a fragile karst area in Southwest China, from 1985 to 2019, examining their ecological…