scholarly journals Integrating Climate Change and Land Use Impacts to Explore Forest Conservation Policy

Forests ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (9) ◽  
pp. 321 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hyeyeong Choe ◽  
James H. Thorne
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Land Use ◽  
Forest Conservation ◽  
Conservation Policy ◽  
Land Use Impacts

scholarly journals Assessing Climate Change and Land-Use Impacts on Drinking Water Resources in Karstic Catchments (Southern Croatia)

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (9) ◽  
pp. 5239
Author(s):  
Matko Patekar ◽  
Ivona Baniček ◽  
Josip Rubinić ◽  
Jasmina Lukač Reberski ◽  
Ivana Boljat ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Land Use ◽  
Air Temperature ◽  
Climate Models ◽  
Anthropogenic Factors ◽  
Anthropogenic Activity ◽  
Land Use Impacts ◽  
Water Losses ◽  
Freshwater Resources ◽  
Southern Croatia

The Mediterranean freshwater resources, mostly represented by groundwater, are under increasing pressure due to natural and anthropogenic factors. In this study, we investigated possible negative effects of climate change and land-use practices on water quality and availability from five springs in the karstic catchments in southern Croatia. The investigated springs are used in the regional public water supply system. Firstly, we employed hydrogeochemical field and laboratory analyses to detect possible traces of anthropogenic activity originating from specific land use. Additionally, we performed hydrological and climate modeling to detect changes in the air temperature, precipitation, and runoff. In particular, we used three regional climate models (Aladin, RegCM3, and Promes). The results estimated an increase in the mean annual air temperature, changes in the precipitation patterns, and reductions in runoff in the study area. Hydrochemical analyses showed standard ion concentrations for karst groundwaters, elevated sulfates due to evaporite deposits in the hinterland, surprisingly low nitrate levels which disproved expected agricultural pollution, and high microbiological activity. Significant water losses are expected in the near future which require immediate attention in order to develop adaptation strategies that focus on sustainable utilization and resilience of freshwater resources. This paper was based on the Interreg Central Europe PROLINE-CE project research in the South Dalmatia.

scholarly journals Integrating Climate Change and Land Use Impacts to Explore Forest Conservation Policy

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hyeyeong Choe ◽  
James H. Thorne
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Land Use ◽  
Species Richness ◽  
Forest Policy ◽  
Forest Conversion ◽  
Climate Projections ◽  
Climate Change Scenarios ◽  
Land Use Impacts ◽  
Current Time ◽  
Future Policy

A scenario-based approach to the impacts of land use and climate change can help in identifying future policy directions. This study models the impacts of different land use and climate change scenarios on the forest ecosystems of South Korea to identify national-scale forest policy options. Climatically suitable forest areas for 1,031 climate vulnerable plant species were identified for current time and for 2050. We calculated change in species richness under four climate projections. We built forest conversion models and created four 2050 forest scenarios: (1) forest loss continues at current rates; (2) similar loss, but with conservation in areas with suitable future climates; (3) a reduction of loss by 50%; and (4) a combination of preservation and overall reduction of loss by 50%. We then crossed the forest conversion models with the climate-driven change in species richness, and categorized current forest areas into four classes to offer forest policy alternatives. By deploying the scenarios which preserve climatically suitable forests, the average species richness where forests converting to other land uses reduced significantly. We suggest conserving forests with suitable climates for biodiversity conservation and the establishment of forest plantations targeted to areas where species richness will decline based on our results.

scholarly journals Advances in Observation and Estimation of Land Use Impacts on Climate Changes: Improved Data, Upgraded Models, and Case Studies

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. B. Singh ◽  
Chenchen Shi
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Land Use ◽  
Land Cover ◽  
Climate Changes ◽  
Research Needs ◽  
Land Use Impacts ◽  
The Past ◽  
Surface Climate ◽  
Global Land ◽  
Cover Pattern

Global land use and land cover pattern has greatly changed in the past 50 years, which exerts direct or indirect influence on the climate change remarkably at both regional and global scales. Therefore, observing and estimating the land use impacts on surface climate is essential and has been continuously promoted by researchers. This paper explores the advancement in the models, data, and application for observing and estimating the land use impacts on surface climate and points out further research needs and priorities, which hopefully will provide some references for related studies.

scholarly journals Climate change and land use impacts on hydrologic processes of watershed systems

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 363-374 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ammara Talib ◽  
Timothy O. Randhir
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Land Use ◽  
Land Cover ◽  
Climate Model ◽  
Global Climate Model ◽  
Transformation Model ◽  
Land Use Impacts ◽  
Hydrological Simulation ◽  
Mitigation And Adaptation ◽  
Impervious Area

Land use, land cover and climate change (CC) can significantly influence the hydrologic balance and biogeochemical processes of watershed systems. These changes can alter interception, evapotranspiration (ET), infiltration, soil moisture, water balance, and biogeochemical cycling of carbon, nitrogen, and other elements. The need to evaluate the combined effect of land use change and CC of watershed systems is a focus of this study. We simulated watershed processes in the SuAsCo River watershed in MA, USA, using a calibrated and validated Hydrological Simulation Program Fortran model. Climatic scenarios included downscaled regional projections from Global Climate Model models. The Land Transformation Model was used to project land use. Combined change in land cover and climate reduce ET with loss of vegetation. Changes in climate and land cover increase surface runoff significantly by 2100 as well as stream discharge. Combined change in land cover and climate cause 10% increase in peak volume with 7% increase in precipitation and 75% increase in effective impervious area. Climate and land use changes can intensify the water cycle and introduce seasonal changes in watershed systems. Understanding dynamic changes in watershed systems is critical for mitigation and adaptation options. We propose restoration strategies that can increase the resilience of watershed systems.

scholarly journals Integrating climate change and land use impacts to explore forest conservation policy

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hyeyeong Choe
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Land Use ◽  
Species Richness ◽  
Forest Policy ◽  
Forest Conversion ◽  
Climate Projections ◽  
Climate Change Scenarios ◽  
Land Use Impacts ◽  
Current Time ◽  
Future Policy

A scenario-based approach to the impacts of land use and climate change can help in identifying future policy directions. This study models the impacts of different land use and climate change scenarios on the forest ecosystems of South Korea to identify national-scale forest policy options. Climatically suitable forest areas for 1,031 climate vulnerable plant species were identified for current time and for 2050. We calculated change in species richness under four climate projections. We built forest conversion models and created four 2050 forest scenarios: (1) forest loss continues at current rates; (2) similar loss, but with conservation in areas with suitable future climates; (3) a reduction of loss by 50%; and (4) a combination of preservation and overall reduction of loss by 50%. We then crossed the forest conversion models with the climate-driven change in species richness, and categorized current forest areas into four classes to offer forest policy alternatives. By deploying the scenarios which preserve climatically suitable forests, the average species richness where forests converting to other land uses reduced significantly. We suggest conserving forests with suitable climates for biodiversity conservation and the establishment of forest plantations targeted to areas where species richness will decline based on our results.

scholarly journals The Relationship between Land Use and Climate Change: A Case Study of Nepal

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pawan Thapa
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Land Use ◽  
Land Use Change ◽  
Spatial Scales ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
Land Use Impacts ◽  
Temporal And Spatial ◽  
The Relationship

Land Use and Climate change are interrelated to each other. This change influences one another at various temporal and spatial scales; however, improper land uses are the primary causal factor on climate change. It studies relevant literature and Nepal’s case to assess the relationship between land use and climate change. Similarly focuses on how land-use impacts climate change and vice versa. In recent centuries land-use change significant effects on ecological variables and climate change. Likewise, understanding the research on both topics will help decision-makers and conservation planners manage land and climate.

scholarly journals Balance between climate change mitigation benefits and land use impacts of bioenergy: conservation implications for European birds

GCB Bioenergy ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 741-751 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laura Meller ◽  
Wilfried Thuiller ◽  
Samuel Pironon ◽  
Morgane Barbet-Massin ◽  
Andries Hof ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Land Use ◽  
Climate Change Mitigation ◽  
Land Use Impacts ◽  
Conservation Implications ◽  
Change Mitigation

scholarly journals Envisioning Present and Future Land-Use Change under Varying Ecological Regimes and Their Influence on Landscape Stability

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (17) ◽  
pp. 4654
Author(s):  
Marcela Prokopová ◽  
Luca Salvati ◽  
Gianluca Egidi ◽  
Ondřej Cudlín ◽  
Renata Včeláková ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Land Use ◽  
Land Use Change ◽  
Land Use Changes ◽  
Landscape Composition ◽  
Land Use Impacts ◽  
Ecological Stability ◽  
Anthropogenic Landscapes ◽  
Ecological Disturbance ◽  
The Impact

Climate change plays an important role in shaping ecological stability of landscape systems. Increasing weather fluctuations such as droughts threaten the ecological stability of natural and anthropogenic landscapes. Uncertainty exists regarding the validity of traditional landscape assessment schemes under climate change. This commentary debates the main factors that threaten ecological stability, discussing basic approaches to interpret landscape functioning. To address this pivotal issue, the intimate linkage between ecological stability and landscape diversity is explored, considering different approaches to landscape stability assessment. The impact of land-use changes on landscape stability is finally discussed. Assessment methodologies and indicators are reviewed and grouped into homogeneous classes based on a specific nomenclature of stability aspects which include landscape composition, fragmentation and connectivity, thermodynamic and functional issues, biodiversity, soil degradation, and ecological disturbance. By considering land-use change as one of the most important factors underlying climate change, individual components of landscape stability are finally delineated and commented upon. In this regard, specific trajectories of land-use change (including agricultural intensification, land abandonment, and urbanization) are investigated for their effects on ecological stability. A better understanding of land-use impacts on landscape stability is crucial for a better knowledge of processes leading to land degradation.

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