Methodology for Using Multi-Temporal Landsat Images to Monitor Urban Growth of Kirkuk Governorate
Tabark Y. Gehad,
Nejat Q. Omer,
Nada S. Abdulmajeed
Abstract:The growth of cities around the world creates difficulties for governments due to the strain it puts on resources and the negative impact on the environment and living conditions for residents. The Kirkuk Governorate has experienced significant urban growth in recent years, causing various environmental, economic, and social issues. the study aims to monitor the growth of Kirkuk Governorate from 1990-2020 using multi-spectral Landsat images to better understand urban development. Landsat-5 TM for 1990, Landsat… Show more
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