How Can Drones Uncover Land Degradation Hotspots and Restoration Hopespots? An Integrated Approach in the Mount Elgon Region with Community Perceptions
Human-induced land degradation in biodiverse regions like Mount Elgon threatens vital ecosystems. This study employs drone mapping and community insights to assess land use changes, degradation, and restoration in Mount Elgon, Uganda. Drone monitoring (2020–2023) covered six sites, complemented by h...
Main Authors: | Hosea Opedes, Shafiq Nedala, Caspar A. Mücher, Jantiene E. M. Baartman, Frank Mugagga |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-12-01
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Series: | Land |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2073-445X/13/1/1 |
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