Climate Change Himalayan Ecosystem Indicator Bio Water Resources

Author : Boojh, R.,Gupta, P.,Santosh, K.M.,Sundaresan, J.
Publisher : Scientific Publishers
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2013-10-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789386237644

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CLIMATE CHANGE & HIMALAYAN ECOSYSTEM - INDICATOR, BIO & WATER RESOURCES by Boojh, R.,Gupta, P.,Santosh, K.M.,Sundaresan, J. Pdf

Data/Information is the essential requirement for planning and development. “Climate Change & Himalayan ecosystem-indicator, Bio & water resources” consists basic information and data on glaciers, climate change indicators & projections, water resources and biodiversity hot spots ofMountHimalaya. Studies on “Climate change and the recession pattern of the Glaciers in the Himalaya” of this book concludes that “Possibility of the rivers in theHimalayasdrying up as a consequence of rapid degeneration of the glaciers is not borne out by the past history”. In this book , study conducted in watershed ofCentral Himalaya, a Decision Support System (DSS) is introduced as interactive tool that understands the problem and explores various courses about water demand and supply management to help decision makers. Himalayan foreland basin derivatives hold records of climatic changes in response to monsoonal circulation. In this study detrital records (11 to 5 Ma) of Ramgangasub-basinofHFBare focused to understand the climate aspect during its deposition. Himalayan biodiversity conservation is discussed in detail in this book. It infers that inHimalayawith the current technological capability, it is very certain that the present species extinction rate will overtake the biodiversity inventorization and characterization. Carbon sequestration potential of the forests ofHimalayais analyzed in this book. This book has a detailed account of the altitudinal shiftiness of butterflies due to increase of air temperature atWest Kamengdistrict of Arunachal Pradesh. Changes in NDVI (Normalized Difference Vegetation Index) over a period of several years, is examined in this study to assess the changes caused by climate or socioeconomic aspects. This book will be a hand book for researchers, students, environmentalist and to administrators who are associated with multi dimensional decision support system in Mountain ecosystem.

Author : J. Sundaresan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Biodiversity
ISBN : 8172338473

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Climate Change & Himalayan Ecosystem-indicator, Bio & Water Resources by J. Sundaresan Pdf

Data/information is the essential requirement for planning and development " climate change & himalayan ecosystem-indicator, bio & water resources" consists basic information and data on glaciers, climate change indicators & projections, water resources and biodiversity hot spots of mount himalaya. Studies on : climate change and the recession pattern of the glaciers in the himalaya" of this book concludes that " possibility of the rivers in the Himalayas drying up a consequence of rapid degeneration of the glaciers is not borne out by the past history". In this book, study conducted in watershed of central himalaya, a decision support system (DSS) is introduced as interactive tool that understands the problem and explores various courses about water demand and supply management to help decision makers. Himalayan foreland basin derivatives hold records of climate changes in response to monsoonal circulation. In this study detrital records (11 to 5 Ma) of Ramganga sub-basin of HFB are focused to understand the climate aspect during its deposition. Himalayan biodiversity conservation is discussed in detail in this book. It infers that in himalaya with the current technological capability, it is very certain that the present species extinction rate will overtake the biodiversity inventorization and characterization. Carbon sequestration potential of the forests of himalaya is analyzed in this book. This book has a detailed account of the altitudinal shiftiness of butterflies due to increase of air temperature at West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh. Changes in NDVI (Normalized Difference Vegetation Index) over a period of several years, is examined in this study to assess the changes caused by climate or socioeconomic aspects. This book will be a hand book for researchers, students, environmentalist and to administrators who are associated with multi dimensional decision support system in mountain ecosystem.

Author : Bikash Ranjan Parida,Arvind Chandra Pandey,Mukunda Dev Behera,Navneet Kumar
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 401 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2022-11-22
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781000784329

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Handbook of Himalayan Ecosystems and Sustainability, Volume 2 by Bikash Ranjan Parida,Arvind Chandra Pandey,Mukunda Dev Behera,Navneet Kumar Pdf

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.

Author : Kireet Kumar
Publisher : Indus Publishing
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Nature
ISBN : 8173870470

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Water Management in Himalayan Ecosystem by Kireet Kumar Pdf

Author : Amit Kumar,Wil De Jong,Munesh Kumar,Rajiv Pandey
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2023-08-05
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780443194160

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Climate Change in the Himalayas by Amit Kumar,Wil De Jong,Munesh Kumar,Rajiv Pandey Pdf

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

Author : P. Gupta,J. Sundaresan,R. Boojh,K. M. Santosh
Publisher : Scientific Publishers
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2014-01-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789386237309

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CLIMATE CHANGE AND HIMALAYA : NATURAL HAZARDS AND MOUNTAIN RESOURCES by P. Gupta,J. Sundaresan,R. Boojh,K. M. Santosh Pdf

The book “Climate Change and Himalaya- Natural hazards and mountain resources” presents the resources of Himalaya along with the potential natural hazards. It consists twenty two chapters from researchers working in different institutions with multi disciplinary approach. More than seven hundred glaciers were monitored and discussed in one of the chapter of this book. This book will be highly useful to researchers, policy makers, students and is an essential document to libraries of universities, colleges, research institutions and personnel collections.

Author : V.K. Sehgal
Publisher : Scientific Publishers
Page : 150 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2019-11-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789387991545

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Climate, Agriculture and Man Shrinking Biodiversity and Sustainability by V.K. Sehgal Pdf

Rapidly shrinking biodiversity resources now have vital linkages to sustainability of climate and habitable environment; unsustainability of agriculture and decline in socio-economics of human values. This book considers the history of Planet Earth, formation of the continents, origin, and evolution of Life from the beginning till the present. The present status of management of agricultural production systems, Integrated Pest Management, genetically modified crops and organic agriculture besides the future role of pesticide industry in promoting holistic agriculture and conservation of natural biodiversity resources have also been discussed. Social impact of shrinkage of biodiversity resources beyond the biological means of their renewal together with the neglect of basic human rights to food, nutrition and health security have been discussed. A new beginning and agenda for future development of biodiversity resources have been proposed.

Author : Kaushal Kumar Sharma
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2024-07-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9783031558214

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Climate Change and Human Adaptation in India by Kaushal Kumar Sharma Pdf

Author : Janardhanan Sundaresan,K M Santosh,Andrea Déri,Rob Roggema,Ramesh Singh
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2013-12-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319016894

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Geospatial Technologies and Climate Change by Janardhanan Sundaresan,K M Santosh,Andrea Déri,Rob Roggema,Ramesh Singh Pdf

Geospatial Technologies and Climate Change describes various approaches from different countries on how to use geospatial technologies to help solving climate change issues. It also details how different geospatial technologies (remote sensing, Geographical Information System...) can be used to help with climate monitoring and modeling, how to work with them and what to be careful about. This book is written by scientific experts from four different continents. Written in a comprehensive and complete way, this book is essential reading material for graduate and undergraduate students interested in these techniques and in climate change.

Author : Sanjeev Sharma,Jagdish Chandra Kuniyal,Pritam Chand,Pardeep Singh
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 421 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2023-03-10
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783031246593

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Climate Change Adaptation, Risk Management and Sustainable Practices in the Himalaya by Sanjeev Sharma,Jagdish Chandra Kuniyal,Pritam Chand,Pardeep Singh Pdf

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.

Author : Rajesh Joshi,Kireet Kumar,Lok Man S. Palni
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2015-01-31
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 3319137441

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Dynamics of Climate Change and Water Resources of Northwestern Himalaya by Rajesh Joshi,Kireet Kumar,Lok Man S. Palni Pdf

Author : Anjal Prakash,David Molden
Publisher : IWA Publishing
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2020-07-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781789061895

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Water in Himalayan Towns: Lessons for Adaptive Water Governance by Anjal Prakash,David Molden Pdf

Increasing urbanization and changing climate are two critical stressors that are adversely affecting the biophysical environment of urban areas in the Hindu Kush Himalaya. The book discusses various choices and options – from demand management to supply enhancement, understanding ecological footprints of towns to managing water at a bioregional scale. In doing so, it is vital to address issues of equity and empower local institutions in managing water. The focus for the future must be on building urban resilience by strengthening the adaptive capacities of affected communities while also understanding the limits to adaptation. In Focus – a book series that showcases the latest accomplishments in water research. Each book focuses on a specialist area with papers from top experts in the field. It aims to be a vehicle for in-depth understanding and inspire further conversations in the sector.

Author : R. R. Navalgund,A. Senthil Kumar,Subrata Nandy
Publisher : Springer
Page : 564 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2018-10-18
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789811321283

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Remote Sensing of Northwest Himalayan Ecosystems by R. R. Navalgund,A. Senthil Kumar,Subrata Nandy Pdf

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.

Author : Bikash Ranjan Parida,Arvind Chandra Pandey,Mukunda Dev Behera,Navneet Kumar
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2022-10
Category : Ecosystem management
ISBN : 1032207736

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Handbook of Himalayan Ecosystems and Sustainability by Bikash Ranjan Parida,Arvind Chandra Pandey,Mukunda Dev Behera,Navneet Kumar Pdf

Volume 1. Spatio-temporal monitoring of forests and climate -- Volume 2. Spatio-temporal monitoring of water resources and climate.

Author : Ajay Kumar Taloor,Bahadur Singh Kotlia,Kireet Kumar
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 3030679330

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Water, Cryosphere, and Climate Change in the Himalayas by Ajay Kumar Taloor,Bahadur Singh Kotlia,Kireet Kumar Pdf

This edited book summarizes numerous research studies on remote sensing and GIS of natural resource management for the Himalaya region done by Indian Institutions and Universities over the last decade. It gives an overview of hydrometeorological studies on Himalayan water resources and addresses concerns in the development of water resources in this region, which is dealing with an increased pressure in population, industrialization and economic development. While the source of some of the major rivers of India are found in the Himalayas, the glaciers and water bodies in the region are continuously shrinking leading to a depletion of water and deterioration of water quality. This is affecting a population of up to 2.5 billion people. The 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. 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. This work serves as a resource to students, researchers, scientists, professionals, and policy makers both in India and on a global level. .