Geohazards In European Geoparks
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Geohazards In European Geoparks
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Author : Xavier MIR PELLICER
language : en
Publisher: Akademisyen Kitabevi
Release Date : 2024-02-27
Geohazards In European Geoparks written by Xavier MIR PELLICER and has been published by Akademisyen Kitabevi this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-02-27 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Global Geoparks
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Author : Luis Alcala
language : en
Publisher: Elsevier
Release Date : 2015-10-01
Global Geoparks written by Luis Alcala and has been published by Elsevier this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-10-01 with categories.
Global Geoparks: Linking Geological Heritage and Local Development is the first reference available on how to apply for inclusion in the International Network of Geoparks and meet the criteria for becoming an officially-recognized UNESCO Geopark. As the number of officially-recognized Geoparks in the world is expected to triple within the next decade with governments recognizing the importance of sustaining the geological heritage of their country's geography while taking advantage of its economic potential, this work will serve as a great reference on the topic. Authored by the world's foremost experts, this Geoparks guide is essential reading for geoscientists and regional stakeholders who want to fully understand the key concepts while learning how to transform identified geographic territories into official Geoparks as defined and recognized by UNESCO. Authored by the world's top Geoparks experts, ensuring authoritative coverage across the history, theory, heritage, sustainability, economic benefits, and future of Geoparks Features end-of-chapter case studies from across the Geoparks Network to illustrate key concepts Includes more than 100 illustrations and full-color photographs-vividly bringing existing Geoparks to life Compiles the rules and regulations that Geoparks must follow, serving as a one-stop reference for future applicants to the Global Geoparks Network
Fundamentals Of Geomorphology
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Author : Richard Huggett
language : en
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Release Date : 2022-12-22
Fundamentals Of Geomorphology written by Richard Huggett and has been published by Taylor & Francis this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-12-22 with Science categories.
This revised and updated edition continues to provide a comprehensive introduction to the subject, exploring the world’s landforms from a broad systems perspective. It covers the basics of Earth surface forms and processes, while reflecting on the latest developments in the field. Fundamentals of Geomorphology begins with a consideration of the nature of geomorphology, including its relation to society, process and form, history, and geomorphic systems, and moves on to discuss: • Structure: structural landforms associated with plate tectonics and those associated with volcanoes, and folds, faults, and joints. • Process and form: landforms resulting from, or influenced by, the exogenic agencies of weathering, running water, flowing ice and meltwater, ground ice and frost, the wind, and the sea; landforms developed on limestone; extraterrestrial landforms; and landscape evolution, a discussion of ancient landforms. Fundamentals of Geomorphology provides a stimulating and innovative perspective on the key topics and debates within the field of geomorphology. Written in an accessible and lively manner, it includes guides to further reading, chapter summaries, and an extensive glossary of key terms. The book is also illustrated throughout with over 200 informative diagrams and attractive photographs, all in colour. It is supported by online resources for students and instructors.
The History Of Geoconservation
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Author : Cynthia V. Burek
language : en
Publisher: Geological Society of London
Release Date : 2008
The History Of Geoconservation written by Cynthia V. Burek and has been published by Geological Society of London this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008 with Business & Economics categories.
This book is the first to describe the history of geoconservation. It draws on experience from the UK, Europe and further afield, to explore topics including: what is geoconservation; where, when and how did it start; who was responsible; and how has it differed across the world? Geological and geomorphological features, processes, sites and specimens, provide a resource of immense scientific and educational importance. They also form the foundation for the varied and spectacular landscapes that help define national and local identity as well as many of the great tourism destinations. Mankind's activities, including contributing to enhanced climate change, pose many threats to this resource: the importance of safeguarding and managing it for future generations is now widely accepted as part of sustainable development. Geoconservation is an established and growing activity across the world, with more participants and a greater profile than ever before. This volume highlights a history of challenges, set-backs, successes and visionary individuals and provides a sound basis for taking geoconservation into the future.
Geohazards And Risks Studied From Earth Observations
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Author : Teodolina Lopez
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2022-11-24
Geohazards And Risks Studied From Earth Observations written by Teodolina Lopez and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-11-24 with Science categories.
The Sentinel missions of the COPERNICUS Programme of the European Union, as well as other Earth Observation missions, provide new opportunities for systematic monitoring of natural and man-made hazards and disasters that can highly impact human societies.The contributions collected in this book address a broad range of geohazards observable from space, including earthquakes, volcanic hazards, extreme events (e.g. storm surges, floods and droughts), fires, pollution, tipping points in physical and biological systems, etc.. They provide information on how space observations can improve our understanding of the driving mechanisms at the origin of such geohazards, and of their mutual interactions. Focus is given on the expected added-value information obtained by combining different types of space-based and in situ observations as well as model results. The chapters "Space-Based Earth Observations for Disaster Risk Management", "Earth Observation for the Assessment of Earthquake Hazard, Risk and Disaster Management", "Earth Observation for Crustal Tectonics and Earthquake Hazards", "Earth Observations for Monitoring Marine Coastal Hazards and Their Drivers", "Air Pollution and Sea Pollution Seen from Space" are available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com. Previously published in Surveys in Geophysics, Volume 41, Issue 6, 2020
Global Geographical Heritage Geoparks And Geotourism
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Author : R.B. Singh
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2020-10-31
Global Geographical Heritage Geoparks And Geotourism written by R.B. Singh and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-10-31 with Science categories.
This book explores the geographical, geomorphological, ecological, touristic and socioeconomic aspects of natural heritage, argues for the dynamic conservation of that heritage and explains its key characteristics, promotion, conservation and management to achieve sustainable development goals. Emerging concepts such as geodiversity, geographical heritage sites, geomonuments, geoparks and geotourism are increasingly being used by conservationists. At present, the development of geoparks is a major global theme involving the application of geosciences to promote the inclusive growth of society and the protection and conservation of our unique geoheritage. Currently, there are 147 UNESCO global geoparks across 41 countries, in addition to a number of national-level geoparks. Pursuing a holistic approach towards such sites will sensitise the general public to the need for geoconservation of significant geosites and promote it through geotourism. It is a crucial issue, as various countries around the world are eager to develop their geoparks and are working for the conservation of geoheritage sites at the national level. This unique book gathers contributions from 15 countries in the form of case studies analysing the realities on of geographical heritage, geoparks and geotourism. The respective chapters address the role of geoparks as essential tools for education, recreation and nature conservation. Given its scope, the book offers a valuable guide for geoscientists, planners, policymakers, civil society and anyone concerned about the conservation of geoheritage sites and geoparks for a sustainable future Earth.
Production Management And Engineering Sciences
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Author : Milan Majerník
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 2015-11-09
Production Management And Engineering Sciences written by Milan Majerník and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-11-09 with Business & Economics categories.
These are the proceedings of the International Conference on Engineering Science and Production Management, 16th 17th April 2015, Tatransktrba, High Tatras Mountains - Slovak Republic . The proceedings contain articles focusing on:- Production Management, Logistics- Industrial development, sustainable production- Planning, management and pr
Living Under The Threat Of Earthquakes
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Author : Jörn H. Kruhl
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2017-11-07
Living Under The Threat Of Earthquakes written by Jörn H. Kruhl and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-11-07 with Nature categories.
This book addresses earthquakes, with a special focus on the Ghorka earthquake, which struck parts of central Nepal in April 2015. Drawing on this disastrous event, it closely examines various aspects of earthquakes in contributions prepared by international experts. The topics covered include: the geological and geophysical background of seismicity; a detailed inventory of the damage done by the earthquake; effective damage prevention through earthquake-safe buildings and settlements; restoration options for world-heritage buildings; strategies for providing technical and medical relief and, lastly, questions associated with public life and economy in a high-risk seismic zone. Combining perspectives from various fields, the book presents the state of the art in all earthquake-related fields and outlines future approaches to risk identification, damage prevention, and disaster management in all parts of society, administration, and politics in Nepal. Beyond the specific disaster in Nepal, the findings presented here will have broader implications for how societies can best deal with disasters.
Geological Heritage In The Arab Region
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Author : Sattout, Elsa
language : en
Publisher: UNESCO Publishing
Release Date : 2020-10-21
Geological Heritage In The Arab Region written by Sattout, Elsa and has been published by UNESCO Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-10-21 with Political Science categories.
Geological Atlas Of Africa
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Author : Thomas Schlüter
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2008-04-19
Geological Atlas Of Africa written by Thomas Schlüter and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-04-19 with Science categories.
T is atlas is intended primarily for anybody who is in-some background for the arrangement of how the terested in basic geology of Africa. Its originality lies atlas was done. T e second chapter is devoted to the in the fact that the regional geology of each African history of geological mapping in Africa, necessary nation or territory is reviewed country-wise by maps for a fuller appreciation of why this work in Africa is and text, a view normally not presented in textbooks worth doing. Chapter 3 provides an executive s- of regional geology. It is my belief, that there has long mary on the stratigraphy and tectonics of Africa as a been a need in universities and geological surveys, whole, i. e. in the context of no political boundaries. both in Africa and in the developed world, for sum- T e main part of the atlas lies in Chapter 4, where in marizing geological maps and an accompanying basic alphabetical order each African country or territory text utilising the enormous fund of knowledge that is presented by a digitized geological overview map has been accumulated since the beginning of geologi- and an accompanying text on its respective strat- th cal research in Africa in the mid-19 century. I hope raphy, tectonics, economic geology, geohazards and that, in part, the present atlas may satisfy this need. geosites. A short list of relevant references is also a- ed.