The Use of Remote Sensing in the Modeling of Forest Productivity

H. L. Gholz

ISBN 10: 9401062900 / ISBN 13: 9789401062909

Published by Springer Netherlands Okt 2012, 2012

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This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Forests comprise the greatest storage of carbon on land, provide fuel for millions, are the habitat for most terrestrial biodiversity, and are critical to the economies of many countries. Yet changes in the extent and dynamics of forests are inherently difficult to detect and quantify. Remote sensing technologies may facilitate the measurement of some key forest properties which, when combined with other information contained in various computer models, may allow for the quantification of critical forest functions. This book explores how remote sensing and computer modeling can be combined to estimate changes in the carbon storage, or productivity, of forests - from the level of the leaf to the level of the globe. Land managers, researchers, policy makers and students will all find stimulating discussions among an international set of experts at the cutting edge of the interface between science, technology and management. 340 pp. Englisch.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Use of Remote Sensing in the Modeling of Forest Productivity
• Publisher: Springer Netherlands Okt 2012
• Publication Date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9401062900
• ISBN 13: 9789401062909
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 240W x 160H x 19D millimeters 240 millimeters width by 160 millimeters height by 19 millimeters depth
• Weight: 545 grams

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Synopsis

Forests comprise the greatest storage of carbon on land, provide fuel for millions, are the habitat for most terrestrial biodiversity, and are critical to the economies of many countries. Yet changes in the extent and dynamics of forests are inherently difficult to detect and quantify. Remote sensing technologies may facilitate the measurement of some key forest properties which, when combined with other information contained in various computer models, may allow for the quantification of critical forest functions. This book explores how remote sensing and computer modeling can be combined to estimate changes in the carbon storage, or productivity, of forests - from the level of the leaf to the level of the globe. Land managers, researchers, policy makers and students will all find stimulating discussions among an international set of experts at the cutting edge of the interface between science, technology and management.

Review

`The approaches discussed in the book are not limited to forests only they can easily be utilized in evaluation of other types of ecosystems. This is why the book will certainly be highly valuable for a wide range of scientists and land managers.'
Biologia Plantarum, 40:4 (1997/8)