Forest Resources Resilience and Conflicts

Forest Resources Resilience and Conflicts is a book that discusses the use of modern remote sensing and GIS techniques for sustainable livelihood. It provides an up-to-date critical analysis of the discourse surrounding forest resources and society, illustrating the relationship between forest resources and the livelihood of local people. The book is organized into four parts and includes 31 chapters, each reviewing current understanding, presenting research, and discussing future implications. It utilizes case studies and novel advances in geospatial technologies to provide a timely synthesis of a rapidly growing field and stimulate ideas for future work. Additionally, the book highlights the effective contribution of the forestry sector to populations' livelihoods through improved collection of forestry statistics. It is a valuable resource for researchers and students in environmental science, particularly those interested in forestry, geography, and remote sensing.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 476 pages
Publication date: 25 June 2021
Publisher: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc

Forest Resources Resilience and Conflicts is a comprehensive guide that delves into the latest remote sensing and GIS techniques for sustainable livelihoods. It offers a timely and critical analysis of the discourse surrounding forest resources and society, highlighting the intricate relationship between forest resources and the well-being of local communities. The book is meticulously organized into four parts, comprising 31 chapters. Each chapter provides a comprehensive review of current understanding, presents cutting-edge research, and explores the potential implications for the future. Through the use of case studies and innovative geospatial technologies, Forest Resources Resilience and Conflicts offers a timely synthesis of a rapidly evolving field, stimulating ideas for future research endeavors, particularly in the context of sustainable development goals. Moreover, the book underscores the significant contribution of the forestry sector to population livelihoods by improving the collection of forestry statistics, fostering a deeper understanding and integration of the forestry sector in poverty reduction processes and the national economy. This enhances the sector's integration into national planning and policy frameworks. Forest Resources Resilience and Conflicts is an invaluable resource for researchers and students in environmental science, particularly those with interests in forestry, geography, and remote sensing. It provides a comprehensive and multidisciplinary perspective on the complex dynamics between forest resources, society, and sustainable development, equipping readers with the tools and knowledge necessary to address the challenges and opportunities of our time.

Weight: 1296g
Dimension: 218 x 272 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780128229316