A system dynamics model of forest management

Loncar, L.; Hell, Marko; Dušak, Vesna

doi:10.1109/iti.2006.1708540

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“…A wide range of technical and non-technical operations have been proposed to improve the negative effects of dams (McCartney 2009). Given the inevitable damages from dam construction on the surrounding natural resources, especially forests, methods that can provide solutions to reduce or compensate for the damage in the form of applied policies, can be useful to take utmost care and adopt the right policy in order to refrain from any unconsidered actions (Moradi et al 2010;Loncar et al 2006). Dam construction and the resulting consequences on forest resources is a complex phenomenon with different aspects, including various stakeholders, many components and parameters involved, and various goals.…”

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Introducing an Efficient System for Assessing Solutions for Damage Reduction From Dam Construction on Semi-Arid Forest Areas

Safaei¹,

Motlagh²,

Khorshidian

et al. 2020

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Background: Today, the environmental damages of dams are enormous and undeniable, and it is very difficult to reduce these losses. However, environmental damages from dam construction projects may be reduced in intensity and scope through remedial proceedings in the realm of engineering and management operations. The aim of this study was to provide a framework for reducing the destructive effects of dam construction in western Iran in the heart of the Oak forests of the Zagros. Methods: To explore policymaking options and provide technical solutions to reduce damages from the dams and restoration the forests in the region, the scenario examination approach was used in a dynamic model due to the complexity of human-forest relationship interaction and the presence of many actors in this realm. In order to conduct this study, the value of forest ecosystem services in the dam reservoir area in the current situation was estimated. The model of forest growth in the region was prepared in the form of a dynamic system model. Then, the proposed scenarios of reducing the damage caused by the construction of the dam and repairing the damaged vegetation were preparedResults and Conclusion: The dynamic model prepared by variations of forest growth over time and the evaluation of the value of forest ecosystem services made it possible to implement predefined scenarios in forest management. Four different scenarios were designed to develop policies for reducing damages caused by the dam construction. According to estimations, the largest share of Oak forest ecosystem services has been in wood and soil production. The value of damage to forest resources due to the Dam reservoir was estimated at $ 16237819.4 and Finally, the appropriate scenario (S4) is one in which conservation, restoration and reduction of pressure on forest resources in the region is proposed as the final solution to reduce the damages to forest resources caused by dam construction and restoration of vegetation. Also, the afforestation in the area is not a suitable option for remediation of vegetation in this area.

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Introducing an Efficient System for Assessing Solutions for Damage Reduction From Dam Construction on Semi-Arid Forest Areas

Safaei¹,

Motlagh²,

Khorshidian

et al. 2020

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Introducing a process to select the appropriate dam compensation option based on ecosystem services

Hossein¹,

Motlagh²,

Khorshidian³

et al. 2021

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Examining the Effects of Forest Fires

Eriş,

Demirel,

Gönül Sezer

2024

Sensors for Environmental Monitoring, Identification, and Assessment

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Forest fires have been a major concern for many countries over an extended period of time due to natural and human induced factors. In recent years, detection of forest fires has progressively shifted toward advanced technologies where the remote sensing approaches are fully operational. To enhance fire management strategies, it is crucial to gain a comprehensive understanding of the fire dynamics and its consequences on the environment, operational sources, and economic sectors. Therefore, this chapter develops an integrated framework to predict and analyze the effects of forest fires by using system dynamics approach and remote sensing technology, ultimately leading to the establishment of a conceptual model and conclusive insights.

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A system dynamics model of forest management

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Introducing an Efficient System for Assessing Solutions for Damage Reduction From Dam Construction on Semi-Arid Forest Areas

Introducing an Efficient System for Assessing Solutions for Damage Reduction From Dam Construction on Semi-Arid Forest Areas

Introducing a process to select the appropriate dam compensation option based on ecosystem services

Examining the Effects of Forest Fires

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