Earth Observation For Water Resources Management

Author : Luis García,Diego Rodríguez,Marcus Wijnen,Inge Pakulski
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2016-04-14
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781464804762

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Earth Observation for Water Resources Management by Luis García,Diego Rodríguez,Marcus Wijnen,Inge Pakulski Pdf

Water systems are building blocks for poverty alleviation, shared growth, sustainable development, and green growth strategies. They require data from in-situ observation networks. Budgetary and other constraints have taken a toll on their operation and there are many regions in the world where the data are scarce or unreliable. Increasingly, remote sensing satellite-based earth observation is becoming an alternative. This book briefly describes some key global water challenges, perspectives for remote sensing approaches, and their importance for water resources-related activities. It describes eight key types of water resources management variables, a list of sensors that can produce such information, and a description of existing data products with examples. Earth Observation for Water Resources Management provides a series of practical guidelines that can be used by project leaders to decide whether remote sensing may be useful for the problem at hand and suitable data sources to consider if so. The book concludes with a review of the literature on reliability statistics of remote-sensed estimations.

Author : Benjamin Koetz,Zoltán Vekerdy,Massimo Menenti,Diego Fernández-Prieto
Publisher : MDPI
Page : 557 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2018-10-02
Category : Electronic book
ISBN : 9783038421535

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Earth Observation for Water Resource Management in Africa by Benjamin Koetz,Zoltán Vekerdy,Massimo Menenti,Diego Fernández-Prieto Pdf

This book is a printed edition of the Special Issue "Earth Observation for Water Resource Management in Africa" that was published in Remote Sensing

Author : B. Koetz,Z. Vekerdy,M. Menenti,D. Fernández-Prieto
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 535 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 3038421545

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Earth Observation for Water Resource Management in Africa by B. Koetz,Z. Vekerdy,M. Menenti,D. Fernández-Prieto Pdf

Author : Prashant K. Srivastava,Prem Chandra Pandey,Pavan Kumar,Akhilesh Singh Raghubanshi,Dawei Han
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 281 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2016-07-26
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781315353821

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Geospatial Technology for Water Resource Applications by Prashant K. Srivastava,Prem Chandra Pandey,Pavan Kumar,Akhilesh Singh Raghubanshi,Dawei Han Pdf

This book advances the scientific understanding, development, and application of geospatial technologies related to water resource management. It presents recent developments and applications specifically by utilizing new earth observation datasets such as TRMM/GPM, AMSR E/2, SMOS, SMAP and GCOM in combination with GIS, artificial intelligence, and hybrid techniques. By linking geospatial techniques with new satellite missions for earth and environmental science, the book promotes the synergistic and multidisciplinary activities of scientists and users working in the field of hydrological sciences.

Author : Rama Prasad,S. Vedula
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 367 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789810249298

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Research Perspectives in Hydraulics and Water Resources Engineering by Rama Prasad,S. Vedula Pdf

Contains ten state-of-the-art review articles on selected topics in hydraulics/fluid mechanics and water resources engineering.

Author : Ashish Pandey,V. M. Chowdary,Mukunda Dev Behera,V. P. Singh
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 617 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2021-12-06
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783030904791

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Geospatial Technologies for Land and Water Resources Management by Ashish Pandey,V. M. Chowdary,Mukunda Dev Behera,V. P. Singh Pdf

This book focuses on the application of geospatial technologies to study the land use land cover (LULC) dynamics, agricultural water management, water resources assessment and modeling, and studies on natural disasters. LULC dynamics is one of the major research themes for studying global environmental change using remote sensing data. The section on LULC dynamics covers the multi-variate criteria for land use and land cover classification and change assessment in the mountainous regions. Further, LULC change detection of the Tons river basin and LULC dynamics at decadal frequency are studied to derive adaptation and mitigation strategies. Landscape-level forest disturbance modeling, together with conservation implications, is also included. The watershed management approach is necessary for comprehensive management of land and water resources of any region, where studies on multi-criteria analysis for rainwater harvesting planning and its impact on land use land cover transformations in rain-fed areas using geospatial technologies are presented in this book. The book will be useful for academics, water practitioners, scientists, water managers, environmentalists, and administrators, NGOs, researchers, and students who are actively involved in the application of geospatial technologies in LULC studies, agricultural water management and hydrological modelling and natural disasters for addressing the challenges being posed by climate change while addressing issues of food and water securities

Author : Souleye Wade
Publisher : Springer
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2020-12-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 3030160181

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Earth Observations and Geospatial Science in Service of Sustainable Development Goals by Souleye Wade Pdf

This book provides a unique insight into the research and recent developments undertaken among the African Remote Sensing community in regard to the environment. It includes reports of the latest research outcomes in the field of remote sensing and geospatial information technologies, analyses discussions around operational topics such as capacity building, Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI), applications of advanced remote sensing technologies (LiDAR , Hyperspectral) in Africa, big data, space policy, and topics of high actually in the field of climate changes, ocean and coastal zone management, early warning systems, natural resources management or geospatial science for sustainable development goals. The book comprises the contributions of the AARSE (African Association of Remote Sensing of the Environment) international conference which is conducted biennially across Africa, alternately with the AfricaGIS conference. It is the premier forum in Africa for research on remote sensing technologies and geospatial information science, gathering leading scholars from the remote sensing and related communities. The conference is co-organised by the Arab Academy of Science and Technology, in partnership with the National Authority for Remote Sensing & Space Sciences (NARSS) of Egypte, and continues a long series of successful AARSE conferences which started in 1996, in Harare (Zimbabwe) and has been held in Abidjan (Cote D'Ivoire) in 1998, Cape Town (South Africa) in 2000, Abuja (Nigeria) in 2002, Nairobi (Kenya) in 2004, Cairo (Egypt) in 2006, Accra (Ghana) in 2008, Addis Abeba (Ethiopia) in 2010, El Jadida (Morocco) in 2012, Johannesburg (South Africa) in 2014, and in Kampala (Ouganda) in 2016. The book is mainly addressed to practitioners and experts from academia, politics and industry.

Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Water Science and Technology Board,Committee on Integrated Observations for Hydrologic and Related Sciences
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2008-04-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309177900

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Integrating Multiscale Observations of U.S. Waters by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Water Science and Technology Board,Committee on Integrated Observations for Hydrologic and Related Sciences Pdf

Water is essential to life for humans and their food crops, and for ecosystems. Effective water management requires tracking the inflow, outflow, quantity and quality of ground-water and surface water, much like balancing a bank account. Currently, networks of ground-based instruments measure these in individual locations, while airborne and satellite sensors measure them over larger areas. Recent technological innovations offer unprecedented possibilities to integrate space, air, and land observations to advance water science and guide management decisions. This book concludes that in order to realize the potential of integrated data, agencies, universities, and the private sector must work together to develop new kinds of sensors, test them in field studies, and help users to apply this information to real problems.

Author : National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Space Studies Board
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 29 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2019-06-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309492430

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Thriving on Our Changing Planet: A Decadal Strategy for Earth Observation from Space by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Space Studies Board Pdf

We live on a dynamic Earth shaped by both natural processes and the impacts of humans on their environment. It is in our collective interest to observe and understand our planet, and to predict future behavior to the extent possible, in order to effectively manage resources, successfully respond to threats from natural and human-induced environmental change, and capitalize on the opportunities â€" social, economic, security, and more â€" that such knowledge can bring. By continuously monitoring and exploring Earth, developing a deep understanding of its evolving behavior, and characterizing the processes that shape and reshape the environment in which we live, we not only advance knowledge and basic discovery about our planet, but we further develop the foundation upon which benefits to society are built. Thriving on Our Changing Planet: A Decadal Strategy for Earth Observation from Space (National Academies Press, 2018) provides detailed guidance on how relevant federal agencies can ensure that the United States receives the maximum benefit from its investments in Earth observations from space, while operating within realistic cost constraints. This short booklet, designed to be accessible to the general public, provides a summary of the key ideas and recommendations from the full decadal survey report.

Author : Vasudha Pangare
Publisher : Academic Foundation
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Integrated water development
ISBN : 8171885616

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Global Perspectives on Integrated Water Resources Management by Vasudha Pangare Pdf

The basic concepts of Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM) and the normative, strategic, and operative dimensions of the process are explained in simple, unbiased terms in this guide. Twelve case studies illustrate the scale and scope of river basin organization in different parts of the world--from local projects such as the Gagas River Basin to larger, transboundary basin work on the Mekong and the Rhine. Environmental considerations, institutional arrangements, and implementation processes are also highlighted to increase understanding of these concepts within the context of IWRM.

Author : Christina Leb
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2020-02-17
Category : Law
ISBN : 9789004429000

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Data Innovations for Transboundary Freshwater Resources Management by Christina Leb Pdf

In Data Innovations for Transboundary Freshwater Resources Management: Are Obligations Related to Information Exchange Still Needed?, Christina Leb discusses how technology innovations disrupt the conventional methods of data and information exchange and the potential impact this may have on international water law. Cross-border data and information exchange is one of the most challenging issues for transboundary water management. Only a small number of treaties include direct obligations related to mutual data and information exchange. Technological innovations related to real-time data availability, space technology and earth observation have led to an increase in quality and availability of hydrological, meteorological and geo-spatial data. These innovations open new avenues for access to water related data and transform data and information exchange globally. This monograph is an exploratory assessment of the potential impacts of these disruptive technologies on data and information exchange obligations in international water law.

Author : Santiago Castaño Fernández,Salomón Montesinos Aranda
Publisher : Univ de Castilla La Mancha
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Science
ISBN : 8484271544

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ISLA, Land and Water Management in Mediterranean Islands Using Earth Observation Data by Santiago Castaño Fernández,Salomón Montesinos Aranda Pdf

In the Mediterranean islands, limited water supplies combined with highly developed tourism and irrigation agriculture lead to extreme pressures on water resources. ISLA project has produced an application to support water managers in their decision-making activities, providing them with specific and up to date information obtained from Earth Observation data. Resulting of this project, water managers will be able to address their most typical and urgent problems in land and water management; to plan viable solutions for water use reduction; to know how much water is potentially available; to exploit alternative sources of water; and to have an overview of the total water supply. ISLA project is geographically focused on the islands of Mallorca (Spain) and Crete (Greece), and the target users of ISLA system are river basin organisms, regional authorities, local development agencies and hydroelectric companies.

Author : S. Hazra,A. Mukhopadhyay,A. R. Ghosh,D. Mitra,V. K. Dadhwal
Publisher : Springer
Page : 266 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2016-09-24
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319460109

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Environment and Earth Observation by S. Hazra,A. Mukhopadhyay,A. R. Ghosh,D. Mitra,V. K. Dadhwal Pdf

This book presents relevant and contemporary research on the remote sensing of landscapes, agriculture & forestry, geomorphology, coasts & oceans, natural hazards and wild habitats. It highlights the application of remote sensing in understanding natural processes and oceanic features, as well as in creating mapping inventories of water resources across different spatial and temporal scales. Recent advances in hyperspectral imaging and high spatial resolution offer promising techniques for exploring various aspects related to the fruitful and cost-effective monitoring of large-scale environments. In the field of forestry and agriculture, the book addresses topics such as terrain analysis, forest management, updating current forest inventories, and vegetation cover type discrimination. It also elaborates delineation of various geo-morphological features of the earth’s surface and natural disasters, and includes a special section on the remote sensing of wild habitats. Readers working in interdisciplinary sectors engaged in remote-sensing-based research benefit from the techniques presented.

Author : V. V. Salomonson,P. D. Bhavsar,COSPAR.
Publisher : Pergamon
Page : 302 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Nature
ISBN : WISC:89004233698

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The Contribution of Space Observations to Water Resources Management by V. V. Salomonson,P. D. Bhavsar,COSPAR. Pdf

Author : Souleye Wade
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2019-11-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030160166

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Earth Observations and Geospatial Science in Service of Sustainable Development Goals by Souleye Wade Pdf

This book provides a unique insight into the research and recent developments undertaken among the African Remote Sensing community in regard to the environment. It includes reports of the latest research outcomes in the field of remote sensing and geospatial information technologies, analyses discussions around operational topics such as capacity building, Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI), applications of advanced remote sensing technologies (LiDAR , Hyperspectral) in Africa, big data, space policy, and topics of high actually in the field of climate changes, ocean and coastal zone management, early warning systems, natural resources management or geospatial science for sustainable development goals. The book comprises the contributions of the AARSE (African Association of Remote Sensing of the Environment) international conference which is conducted biennially across Africa, alternately with the AfricaGIS conference. It is the premier forum in Africa for research on remote sensing technologies and geospatial information science, gathering leading scholars from the remote sensing and related communities. The conference is co-organised by the Arab Academy of Science and Technology, in partnership with the National Authority for Remote Sensing & Space Sciences (NARSS) of Egypte, and continues a long series of successful AARSE conferences which started in 1996, in Harare (Zimbabwe) and has been held in Abidjan (Cote D'Ivoire) in 1998, Cape Town (South Africa) in 2000, Abuja (Nigeria) in 2002, Nairobi (Kenya) in 2004, Cairo (Egypt) in 2006, Accra (Ghana) in 2008, Addis Abeba (Ethiopia) in 2010, El Jadida (Morocco) in 2012, Johannesburg (South Africa) in 2014, and in Kampala (Ouganda) in 2016. The book is mainly addressed to practitioners and experts from academia, politics and industry.