Forest cover change detection using Geographic Information Systems and remote sensing techniques: a spatio-temporal study on Komto Protected forest priority area, East Wollega Zone, Ethiopia

Forest cover change detection using Geographic Information Systems and remote sensing techniques: a spatio-temporal study on Komto Protected forest priority area, East Wollega Zone, Ethiopia

Abstract Background Forest plays an important role in climate regulation and carbon sequestration. Komto Forest is one of the remnant natural forests found in Guto Gida district of East Wollega zone, Ethiopia, has been supporting the local community for construction, energy and household furniture....

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Main Authors: Milkessa Dangia Negassa, Demissie Tsega Mallie, Dessalegn Obsi Gemeda
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2020-01-01
Series:Environmental Systems Research
Subjects:
Change detection
Deforestation
Forest loss
Land cover change
Land use land cover
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40068-020-0163-z

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