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Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Mengxi Liu, Xuezhang Li, Zhuoqun Chai, Anqi Chen, Yuanyuan Zhang, Qingnian Zhang
Summary: As high temperature and heatwave pose great threats to human survival, it is important to understand the spatial and temporal changes of temperature. Traditional methods, such as meteorological stations, only provide limited information. To address this, a joint spatio-temporal method using remote sensing data was proposed to obtain dense temperature mapping. Additionally, a heatwave risk model based on population and temperature data was developed to evaluate the risk in different areas. The effectiveness of these methods has been verified through accuracy evaluations and case studies in Zhejiang Province.
IEEE JOURNAL OF SELECTED TOPICS IN APPLIED EARTH OBSERVATIONS AND REMOTE SENSING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Marine
Scott A. Stephens, Ryan Paulik, Glen Reeve, Sanjay Wadhwa, Ben Popovich, Tom Shand, Rebecca Haughey
Summary: Sea-level rise will lead to erosion, flooding, and permanent inundation in low-lying areas, requiring seaside communities to adapt. Frequent coastal flooding will be the main challenge in Tauranga, New Zealand, while erosion remains a significant threat to properties on high-elevation coastal cliffs.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2021)
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Environmental Sciences
Amandangi Wahyuning Hastuti, Masahiko Nagai, Komang Iwan Suniada
Summary: This research aims to develop a Coastal Vulnerability Index (CVI) using remote sensing and GIS approaches to assess the vulnerability of the coastal zone in Bali Province to sea-level rise. The study reveals that approximately 22% of the mapped shoreline is classified as being at very high vulnerability, and 26% of shoreline is at high vulnerability. The remaining shoreline is categorized as having moderate and low risk of coastal vulnerability.
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Biodiversity Conservation
Lenikpoho Karim Coulibaly, Qingfeng Guan, Tchimou Vincent Assoma, Xin Fan, Naga Coulibaly
Summary: Water erosion accelerates soil degradation through land use, land cover, and climate change. Accurate modeling of soil erosion is crucial for assessing environmental variables and formulating policies to prevent land degradation. The study reveals that integrating RUSLE2 with LSU can provide more accurate estimation of regional soil erosion, showing the importance of considering vegetation cover changes and spatial factors in soil erosion modeling.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mark R. Payne, Manja Kudahl, Georg H. Engelhard, Myron A. Peck, John K. Pinnegar
Summary: The majority of the global human population resides in coastal regions, making climate risk analysis crucial for supporting adaptation. A study on the European fisheries sector identified the most at-risk fishing fleets and coastal regions. Different countries face diverse challenges posed by climate change, thus requiring tailored climate adaptation measures.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Giulia Motta Zanin, Angela Barbanente, Claudia Romagnoli, Alessandro Parisi, Renata Archetti
Summary: Coastal areas often face critical conditions due to inadequate land use planning, environmental management, and inappropriate coastal risk management. The lack of acknowledgement of risk perception by stakeholders and local communities is a common issue. In Italy, coastal management remains fragmented and poorly coordinated, with little attention to stakeholder involvement. Recent efforts to design plans for reducing climate change risks and mitigating their impacts should help improve knowledge and support national adaptation policies.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
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Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Cai Liao, Rui Cao, Qi-Li Gao, Jinzhou Cao, Nianxue Luo
Summary: This study investigates the contribution of street-level images to LCZ mapping through feature importance analysis and feature correlation analysis. The findings demonstrate that integrating street view images can significantly enhance the classification performance, particularly for compact highrise and compact midrise urban types. The building and sky information in street-level images are found to contribute the most and have strong correlations with key LCZ indicators.
IEEE JOURNAL OF SELECTED TOPICS IN APPLIED EARTH OBSERVATIONS AND REMOTE SENSING
(2023)
Article
Oceanography
Sophia Nativi-Merchan, Rommel Caiza-Quinga, Ivan Saltos-Andrade, Carlos Martillo-Bustamante, Gina Andrade-Garcia, Maria Quinonez, Eduardo Cervantes, Jonathan Cedeno
Summary: This paper evaluates the impact of erosion in a coastal zone of the active margin of Ecuador, using remote sensing images and a numerical model. The study indicates a net transport influenced by waves of 470m³/day, and categorizes erosion threat levels as high (45%), medium (46%), and low (9%). Future scenarios show a continuous retreat of the coast, with the potential for collapse of the main coastal highway in Ecuador.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Juan Wang, Dongling Li, Wenting Cao, Xiulin Lou, Aiqin Shi, Huaguo Zhang
Summary: This study conducted a remote sensing analysis of coastal erosion in three typical regions of Alaska and Eastern Siberia. Comparative studies were made on the differences in erosion between different latitudes and the factors influencing erosion at similar latitudes. The study found that the most extensive erosion occurred along the coast of Alaska, followed by Eastern Siberia. Additionally, the erosion of Arctic coasts was found to be closely related to the trend and fluctuations of sea surface temperature.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Emilio Laino, Gregorio Iglesias
Summary: This study develops a method based on Coastal City Living Labs to characterize key climate-related hazards in ten European coastal cities and categorizes these hazards based on the recommendations of the latest climate change assessment report. The main hazards identified include storms, coastal and land flooding, and coastal erosion. Significant differences are found between cities and even within the same city, emphasizing the importance of granularity in designing mitigation measures.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Rodrigo Cienfuegos
Summary: Coastal zones worldwide are facing increasing anthropic pressures, mainly due to rapid urban growth and accelerated climate change. This has negative impacts on coastal socioecological systems, increasing exposure, vulnerability, and the frequency and intensity of hydroclimatic hazards. Effective flood risk reduction requires coordination between urban and infrastructure engineering design and planning processes. The determination of acceptable risk levels requires evidence-based guidance from experts and social negotiation processes in the political arena. New forms of coastal governance should be developed.
Article
Agronomy
Wanderson de Sousa Mendes, Michael Sommer, Sylvia Koszinski, Marc Wehrhan
Summary: This study explores the use of digital soil mapping with random forest and universal kriging to create high-resolution soil electrical conductivity (ECa) maps. The inclusion of ECa maps as environmental variables improves the accuracy of soil organic carbon stocks (SOCstocks) models, providing valuable insights for peatland management and carbon stock estimation.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Alexandra Toimil, Inigo J. Losada, Moises Alvarez-Cuesta, Goneri Le Cozannet
Summary: This paper presents a method for quantifying the benefits of beaches in reducing storm and long-term coastal flood risk. The method is important for cost-effective decision-making on climate change adaptation in coastal areas. It considers the dynamic interaction of storm erosion, long-term shoreline evolution, and flooding to quantify the flood protection benefits of beaches. The results show that considering erosion is crucial for accurate flood damage estimation and that maintaining present-day beach width can significantly reduce flood damage.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Benedict Mensah Arkhurst, Michael Poku-Boansi, Kwasi Kwafo Adarkwa
Summary: Coastal resilience strategies are crucial for managing climatic shocks and stresses in coastal zones. This study examines how national-level strategies impact local-level adaptation measures to coastal erosion in Ghana. The findings show that national strategies do not effectively promote local innovation in addressing climatic shocks and stresses.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & POLICY
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Mohamed Marzouk, Khalid Attia, Shimaa Azab
Summary: This paper utilizes Remote Sensing and Geographic Information System techniques to develop a GIS data model for evaluating the long-term impacts of climate change on coastal zones and identifying the most vulnerable areas. By selecting suitable climate adaptation means, the devastating effects of climate change can be minimized.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Geography
Vittoria Vandelli, Nabanita Sarkar, Anton S. Micallef, Mauro Soldati, Angela Rizzo
Summary: This paper aims to outline future scenarios of potential coastal inundation along the NE coastal sector of the Island of Gozo (Malta). The study assessed expected coastline positions for the investigated coastal stretch by analyzing topographic data and sea level projections, and aims to raise awareness among local authorities and communities about potential threats derived from sea level rise.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Maria Francesca Tursi, Giorgio Anfuso, Fabio Matano, Gaia Mattei, Pietro P. C. Aucelli
Summary: This paper proposes a new method for assessing the susceptibility of high coastal sectors to erosive processes. The method combines two matrices to consider the physical characteristics and forcing agents affecting the sectors. The approach was applied to two locations in southern Italy and the results showed a high susceptibility to erosion, indicating the need for increased monitoring and protective actions.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Ines Alberico, Giuliana Alessio, Massimo Fagnano, Paola Petrosino
Summary: The proposal of a cultural trail in the outskirts of Naples aims to restore cultural identity, promote urban regeneration, and achieve sustainable development through the fruition and protection of natural heritage. The trail includes a field tour to highlight the geological and landscape value of the area, as well as a virtual tour of an ancient underground quarry. The educational purpose of the tour is to enhance understanding of the territory's geological features and raise awareness of potential hazards, while also providing an opportunity to appreciate archaeological and historic remnants and create a sense of belonging to the place.
Article
Environmental Studies
Alexis Mooser, Giorgio Anfuso, Enzo Pranzini, Angela Rizzo, Pietro P. C. Aucelli
Summary: The paper aims to identify pristine coastal sites of great scenic value and propose management interventions to improve their landscape quality. The complex task of managing coastal areas in Italy is hindered by institutional fragmentation and overlapping laws at different levels. Approximately half of the country's beaches are accessible for bathing, with the rest occupied by private concessions or suffering from water pollution. Coastal sites were assessed using the Coastal Scenic Evaluation System (CSES) and classified into five scenic classes. The study emphasizes the challenges of beach litter and private concessions in maintaining an aesthetic and clean environment.
Article
Geography
Gaia Mattei, Lucio Amato, Claudia Caporizzo, Aldo Cinque, Gerardo Pappone, Alessia Sorrentino, Paolo Stocchi, Salvatore Troisi, Pietro P. C. Aucelli
Summary: Campi Flegrei is a wide and dangerous active volcanic complex in the Mediterranean, known for its continuous vertical ground movements. The area has been inhabited since ancient times, and underwater archaeological remains serve as markers for measuring sea-level changes. Through various surveys and analysis, we reconstructed the coastal landscape and explored the impact of volcano-tectonic events on its evolution and human activity.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Isabella Lapietra, Angela Rizzo, Rosa Colacicco, Pierfrancesco Dellino, Domenico Capolongo
Summary: Floods, as the most common natural hazards, can cause damage to properties and loss of life worldwide. While preventing floods is not possible, vulnerability assessments, hazard mitigation, and effective emergency management plans can help mitigate their impacts and facilitate recovery. The impact of floods can vary depending on local physical conditions and social context. The analysis of social vulnerability is crucial in understanding the capacity of a community to anticipate, cope with, and recover from floods. This research explores the correlation between flood hazard and socio-economic factors in the Basilicata Region of southern Italy, using a GIS approach to evaluate flood hazard and social vulnerability index.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Maria Francesca Tursi, Antonio Minervino Amodio, Claudia Caporizzo, Silvio Del Pizzo, Francesco Giuseppe Figliomeni, Gaia Mattei, Claudio Parente, Carmen M. Rosskopf, Pietro P. C. Aucelli
Summary: This research aims to reconstruct the main coastal changes that have occurred in the Punta Licosa promontory since the middle Holocene. The study utilized various methods such as literature data analysis, aerial photo interpretation, satellite images, and GIS elaborations. The research evaluated the cliff retreat and the effects of Holocene RSL variation, providing a more effective and cost-efficient approach compared to other methods.
Article
Environmental Studies
Vincenzo De Santis, Angela Rizzo, Giovanni Scardino, Giovanni Scicchitano, Massimo Caldara
Summary: This research proposes an operative procedure for evaluating land use change in highly reclaimed coastal areas using historical maps, aerial photographs, and satellite images in a GIS environment. A set of twenty-two macro-categories is proposed to compare historical information with recent land use classifications. The study area is located in the coastal sector of the Tavoliere di Puglia in Southern Italy, where extensive reclamation and drainage works have significantly altered the landscape.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Antonella Marsico, Angela Rizzo, Domenico Capolongo, Francesco De Giosa, Antonella Di Leo, Stefania Lisco, Giuseppe Mastronuzzi, Massimo Moretti, Giovanni Scardino, Giovanni Scicchitano
Summary: This study proposes an integrated investigation approach to assess the environmental status of Bay I in Mar Piccolo basin, Southern Italy. By analyzing the concentrations of trace metals in 19 sediment samples and calculating environmental indices, the study evaluates the impact of pollution and identifies priority areas for remediation activities.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
I. Alberico, A. Casaburi, F. Matano
Summary: A semi-quantitative method was developed to assess the geodiversity of the Italian Peninsula. This method uses grids to record various indicators and indices, allowing for an accurate evaluation of the geological, geomorphological, and pedological elements of the Italian territory. The resulting geodiversity map is a valuable tool for environmental planning, area preservation, and geological resource management.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Giuseppe Esposito, Fabio Matano
Summary: This study presents the geological hazards in the densely populated Campi Flegrei volcanic area in southern Italy. Volcanic and seismic activities, combined with landslides, floods, and coastal erosion, have significantly influenced the landscape of this region. The research data reveals that landslides are most frequent along the coastline and western-facing inland slopes. The frequency of deadly events has decreased since the early 1980s, indicating a reduced risk to the population in the Campi Flegrei caldera.
EARTH SYSTEM SCIENCE DATA
(2023)
Article
Water Resources
D. Tarallo, I. Alberico, G. Cavuoto, N. Pelosi, M. Punzo, V. Di Fiore
Summary: This research demonstrates the ability of geophysical tools to identify the presence of salt and brackish water in the Volturno Coastal Plain in Southern Italy. This is crucial for developing sustainable water management plans and engaging all stakeholders.
APPLIED WATER SCIENCE
(2023)
