Handbook Of Himalayan Ecosystems And Sustainability
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Handbook Of Himalayan Ecosystems And Sustainability Volume 1
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Author : Bikash Ranjan Parida
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 2022-11-22
Handbook Of Himalayan Ecosystems And Sustainability Volume 1 written by Bikash Ranjan Parida and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-11-22 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Volume 1: Spatio-Temporal Monitoring of Forests and Climate is aimed to describe the recent progress and developments of geospatial technologies (remote sensing and GIS) for assessing, monitoring and managing fragile Himalayan ecosystems and their sustainability under climate change. It is a collective research contribution from renowned researchers and academicians working in the Hindu Kush Himalayan (HKH) mountain range. The Himalayas ecosystems have been facing substantial transformation due to severe environmental conditions, land transformation, forest degradation and fragmentation. The authors utilized satellite datasets and algorithms to discuss the intricacy of land use/land cover change, forest and agricultural ecosystems, canopy height estimation, above-ground biomass, wildfires, carbon sequestration, and landscape restoration. Furthermore, the potential impacts of climate change on ecosystems, biodiversity and future food and nutritional security are also addressed including the impact on the livelihood of people of the Himalayas. This comprehensive Handbook explains the advanced geospatial technologies for mapping and management of natural resources of the Himalayas. Key Features Explains multiple aspects of geospatial technologies for studying fragile Himalayan ecosystems and sustainability Focuses on the utility of interferometric synthetic aperture radar (SAR) modeling for canopy height Explain how remote sensing techniques are useful for deriving the above-ground biomass, gross primary productivity (GPP), and carbon fluxes Addresses how geospatial technologies are valuable for understanding vegetation dynamics, composition and landscape restoration due to shifts in timberline and forest fires Includes contributions from global professionals working in the HKH mountain range Readership The Handbook serves as a valuable reference for students, researchers, scientists, ecologists, agricultural scientists, meteorologists, decision makers and all others who wish to advance their knowledge on vegetation remote sensing considering climate change in the HKH region.
Handbook Of Himalayan Ecosystems And Sustainability
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Author : Bikash Ranjan Parida
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2022-10
Handbook Of Himalayan Ecosystems And Sustainability written by Bikash Ranjan Parida and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-10 with Ecosystem management categories.
Volume 1. Spatio-temporal monitoring of forests and climate -- Volume 2. Spatio-temporal monitoring of water resources and climate.
Handbook Of Himalayan Ecosystems And Sustainability Volume 2
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Author : Bikash Ranjan Parida
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 2022-11-22
Handbook Of Himalayan Ecosystems And Sustainability Volume 2 written by Bikash Ranjan Parida and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-11-22 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Volume 2: Handbook of Spatio-Temporal Monitoring of Water Resources and Climate is aimed to describe the current state of knowledge and developments of geospatial technologies (Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems) for assessing and managing water resources under climate change. It is a collective achievement of renowned researchers and academicians working in the Hindu Kush Himalayan (HKH) mountain range. The HKH region is a part of the Third Pole outside the polar regions due to its largest permanent snow cover. Importantly, the Himalayan belt is geologically fragile and vulnerable to geohazards (e.g. landslides, land subsidence, rockfalls, debris flow, avalanches, and earthquakes). Therefore, critical assessment and geospatial solutions are indispensable to safeguard the natural resources and human beings in the Himalayas using space-borne satellite datasets. This book also showcases various remote sensing techniques and algorithms in the field of urban sprawling, urban microclimate and air pollution. The potential impacts of climate change on the cryosphere and water resources are also highlighted. This comprehensive Handbook is highly interdisciplinary and explains the role of geospatial technologies in studying the water resources of the Himalayas considering climate change. Key Features This book is unique as it focuses on the utility of satellite data for monitoring snow cover variability, snowmelt runoff, glacier lakes, avalanche susceptibility and flood modeling. Explain how Remote Sensing techniques are useful for mapping and managing the morphology and ecology of the Himalayan River. Addresses how geospatial technologies are valuable for understanding climate change impact on hydrological extremes, the potential impact of land use/land cover change (LULC) on hydrology and water resources management. It highlights the impact of LULC changes on land surface temperature, groundwater, and air pollution in urban areas. Includes contributions from global professionals working in the HKH region. Readership The Handbook serves as a valuable reference for students, researchers, scientists, Hydrologists, hydro-ecologists, meteorologists, geologists, decision makers and all others who wish to advance their knowledge on monitoring and managing water resources and urban ecosystem using remote sensing in the HKH region considering climate change.
Life In The Himalaya
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Author : Maharaj K. Pandit
language : en
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Release Date : 2017-06-19
Life In The Himalaya written by Maharaj K. Pandit and has been published by Harvard University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-06-19 with History categories.
The collision of the Indian and Eurasian plates 50 million years ago created the Himalaya, along with massive glaciers, intensified monsoon, turbulent rivers, and an efflorescence of ecosystems. Today, the Himalaya is at risk of catastrophic loss of life. Maharaj Pandit outlines the mountain’s past in order to map a way toward a sustainable future.
Remote Sensing Of Northwest Himalayan Ecosystems
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Author : R. R. Navalgund
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2018-10-18
Remote Sensing Of Northwest Himalayan Ecosystems written by R. R. Navalgund and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-10-18 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Himalaya, one of the global biodiversity hotspots, is the abode of a variety of flora and fauna. The Himalayan ecosystems have immense ecological, socioeconomic, and aesthetic significance as they provide a wide range of ecosystem services. The northwest Himalaya (NWH), covering three states of India viz., Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu and Kashmir, starts from the foothills of Shivaliks in the south and extends to the greater Himalaya in the north. This region is also the source of some of the major rivers of India. With the increase in population, the NWH ecosystems have been under threat due to deforestation, loss of biodiversity, expansion of agriculture and settlement, overexploitation of natural resources, habitat loss and fragmentation, poaching, mining, construction of roads and large dams, and unplanned tourism. The Himalaya being young and geotectonically active, remains inherently unstable, fragile, and prone to natural disasters. Climate change is also likely to impact the Himalayan cryosphere drastically. Recognizing the importance of the Himalaya, a National Mission for Sustaining the Himalayan Ecosystem, one of the eight missions under the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) of Govt. of India, to conserve biodiversity, forest cover and other ecological values in the Himalayan region has been taken up. Spaceborne remote sensing with its ability to provide synoptic and repetitive coverage has emerged as a powerful tool for assessment and monitoring of the Himalayan resources and phenomena. Indian Institute of Remote Sensing, Dehradun has taken up a number of studies in the fields of geology, water resources, forestry, agriculture, urban settlement, etc., over the last decade. The book summarises the work carried out in different disciplines, illustrated with tables and figures and a host of relevant references. It is hoped that the book serves as an excellent reference of immense value to the students, researchers, professors, scientists, professionals, and decision makers working in the NWH region.
Towards Sustainable Livelihoods And Ecosystems In Mountain Regions
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Author : Vishwambhar Prasad Sati
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2014-01-31
Towards Sustainable Livelihoods And Ecosystems In Mountain Regions written by Vishwambhar Prasad Sati and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-01-31 with categories.
Climate Change Adaptation Risk Management And Sustainable Practices In The Himalaya
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Author : Sanjeev Sharma
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2023-03-10
Climate Change Adaptation Risk Management And Sustainable Practices In The Himalaya written by Sanjeev Sharma and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-03-10 with Science categories.
This volume analyzes ecological and socio-economic risks due to climate change in the Himalayan mountain ecosystems, communities, and proposes adaptation strategies and sustainability practices. In order to better understand the potential actions required to improve natural resource conservation and the development of mountain people's livelihoods. The authors discuss the current status of local knowledge system on various environmental aspects of conservation and sustainable use of mountain resources in the Himalaya. The book addresses the institutional capacities, gaps, and priority areas of capacity building to strengthen policies and governance in regard to climate change, landuse management, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable management in the Himalayan region. The aim of this book is to enhance coordination building among policymakers, planners, mountain communities to foster collaboration between different stakeholders by understanding local perceptions of climate change as well as variability issues, and establishing adaptation strategies to cope with these impacts. The chapters incorporate theoretical and applied aspects, and may serve as baseline information for the sustainability of mountain ecosystems through the contribution of multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary expertise from the Himalayan region. The book will be useful for students, teachers, and researchers working in different areas pertaining to mountain ecosystems, as well as policymakers and planners working on issues related to the sustainability of the mountain ecosystem.
Climate Change In The Himalayas
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Author : Amit Kumar
language : en
Publisher: Elsevier
Release Date : 2023-08-05
Climate Change In The Himalayas written by Amit Kumar and has been published by Elsevier this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-08-05 with Nature categories.
Climate Change in the Himalayas: Vulnerability and Resilience of Biodiversity and Forest Ecosystems explores and assesses issues affecting species survival in the rich forests of the Himalayan region. This book characterizes current biodiversity statuses, related ecosystem services, and provides new evidence and solutions for climate change effects on Himalayan animals and plants. Written by regional and international experts on climate change, ecosystems and the Himalayas, this book analyzes current species threats, loss of habitats, and carbon effects. It identifies critical areas requiring special attention and provides workable solutions for protection and ecosystem services. As many plant and animal species continue to be classified as extinct due to climate change, urbanization, and failing ecosystems, analyses and techniques in this book offer resolutions for sustaining current risks and curbing future risks. These can also be applied to other biodiverse, at-risk regions of the world. Offers nature-based solutions, along with policy and governance measures, such as the application of the UNFCCC Paris Agreement Provides mitigation and adaptation processes for current and future climate change impacts Includes a focus on soil sustainability
Climate Change And Urban Environment Sustainability
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Author : Bhawana Pathak
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2023-04-17
Climate Change And Urban Environment Sustainability written by Bhawana Pathak and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-04-17 with Science categories.
This book covers the understanding on relationship between climate change, urban development, and environment sustainability with emphasis on relevant issues and challenges of urban environment sustainability. It deals with the concept of climate resilient urban development, effective implementation of climate change adaptation and mitigation actions to promote urbanization from a social, economic, and environmental perspective. Climate change is a critical issue and having serious concern. Understanding the mechanism of climate change and climate variability is an important aspect and requires monitoring in their regional perspectives.Smart and resilient urbanization are essential in tackling the growing threat of climate instability. Different analytical and practical approaches to foster resilience and environmental sustainability in urban areas covering the recent trends, developments and tools related to urban environment, sustainability, and climate change. There is a big demand of understanding on the relationship between climate change, urban environment sustainability due to fast urbanization and an urgent need for constructive and effective mechanism to protect the life and property of human being from expected or anticipated hazards and disasters. This book is of interest and useful to academicians, researchers, scientists, environmentalists, land resource managers, climate change scientists, forest administrators. Also, the book serves as a reference to researchers and students of agriculture, forestry, ecology, soil science, and environmental sciences. Policy makers will also find this to be a useful read.
Mountain Ecosystems
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Author : Vir Singh
language : en
Publisher: Indus Publishing
Release Date : 1998
Mountain Ecosystems written by Vir Singh and has been published by Indus Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998 with Environmental degradation categories.