Multilevel Modeling of the Forest Resource Dynamics

Abstract

Abstract. We examine the theoretical and applications-specific issues relating to modeling the temporal and spatial dynamics of forest ecosystems, based on the principles of investigating dynamical models. When developing the predictive dynamical models of forest resources, there is a possibility of achieving uniqueness of the solutions to equations by taking into account the initial and boundary conditions of the solution, and the conditions of the geographical environment. We present the results of a computer modeling and predictive mapping for the regional and subregional model of the forest resource dynamics.

Forest Landscape Model Initialization with Remotely Sensed-Based Open-Source Databases in the Absence of Inventory Data

“…Forecasting the state of forest ecosystems is necessary to manage forest resources and determine strategies for their use [1,2]. Models allow us to construct different scenarios for forest management, simulate planned impacts, obtain forecasts for development, and provide estimates of the long-term environmental and economic consequences of all forest management options [3,4]. The resulting estimates prevent undesirable changes in ecosystems, such as loss of forest area, loss of biodiversity, and degradation of soil quality.…”

Predictive mapping of the restoration-age dynamics of taiga forests on the basis of remote sensing data and geographical knowledge

“…The processes of restoration-age dynamics, observed in the Irkutsk region, have been brought about mostly by forest fires and, to a significant extent, by continuous felling (Vladimirov, 2009). The other factors that destroy tree stands or introduce dramatic changes into the environmental conditions in them, have a very infrequent occurrence over this territory.…”

Dynamic Programming Approach to Addressing Challenges in Forest Management

“…Mathematical programming is the generally accepted term for a set of methods that can be used in the forest management planning in order to optimize the goals and overcome the constraints imposed by various influences (constraints due to specific forestry production) and conflicting interests (Vladimirov and Chudnenko 2009;Bettinger et al, 2009). Within the mathematical programming, a dynamic programming is one of the most important methods.…”