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5 articles for “forest fragmentation”
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Regional Bioenergy Planning for Sustainability in Himachal Pradesh, India
Abstract: Energy systems in mountainous regions are complex due to the wide variations in the availability and demand of energy resources. Mountain inhabitants are traditionally dependent on bioenergy resources such as fuel wood, agro, and animal residues to meet their energy requirements for heating, cooking, etc. However, depleting forest resources limits the availability of fuel wood while commercial sources such as LPG and kerosene fail to meet the domestic energy demands …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 37–73 Read article
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Impact of Urbanization on Biodiversity Hotspot: A Case of Bhubaneswar City
Abstract: Urbanization has contributed to pollution and generation of waste heat leading to changes in the urban heat balance thereby influencing its microclimate. Urban regions confront heightened heat wave conditions due to urban heat island (UHI) impact, which is a result of anthropogenic effects on both surface and atmospheric temperature patterns relative to the natural environment. The investigation was carried out in a 20-km radius around the city of Bhubaneswar. The …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 20–28 Read article
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Assessing Land use Dynamics and Policies in the Waghur Basin Using Geospatial Techniques
Abstract: Changes in land use and land cover (LULC) are key indicators of human–environment interactions, especially in river basins where anthropogenic pressure is increasing. This study evaluated land use change and policy implications in the Waghur Basin, India, through a geospatial analysis of 35 years (1990–2025). Remote sensing and GIS-based supervised classification with the help of machine learning methods were applied to multi-temporal Land satellite images to create LULC maps and …
Published in International Journal of Land · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 38–49 Read article
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Land Use and Land Cover Change: A Comprehensive Review of Environmental Implications
Abstract: Changes in land use and cover have a substantial impact on environmental dynamics and sustainability. These changes arise from various human activities, including urbanization, agriculture, and forestry, and have profound implications for biodiversity, ecosystem services, and land health. As urban areas expand, often at the expense of agricultural and forested landscapes, the transformation of land use alters ecological processes, leading to habitat loss and fragmentation. This article examines the implications …
Published in International Journal of Land · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 01–05 Read article
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Review Paper of the Rich Floral and Faunal Diversity in Chhattisgarh, India
Abstract: Chhattisgarh, a state in central India, is renowned for its rich biodiversity, encompassing a wide variety of plants and animals. This review highlights the critical role that sacred groves—small, often isolated forest patches preserved by local communities—play in maintaining this biodiversity. These groves are repositories of genetic diversity and serve as sanctuaries for numerous species, many of which are threatened by habitat loss and fragmentation. However, the integrity of these …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 23–38 Read article