Natural Resources Conservation and Advances for Sustainability

1st Edition - September 21, 2021
Editors: Manoj Kumar Jhariya, Ram Swaroop Meena, Arnab Banerjee, Surya Nandan Meena
Language: English
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Natural Resources Conservation and Advances for Sustainability addresses the latest challenges associated with the management and conservation of natural resources. It presents interdisciplinary approaches to promote advances in solving these challenges. By examining what has already been done and analyzing it in the context of what still needs to be done, particularly in the context of latest technologies and sustainability, the book helps to identify ideal methods for natural resource management and conservation. Each chapter begins with a graphical abstract and presents complicated or detailed content in the form of figures or tables.

In addition, the book compares the latest techniques with conventional techniques and troubleshoots conventional methods with modifications, making it a practical resource for researchers in environmental science and natural resource management.

Cover
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
Contributors
About the editors
Preface
Section A: Natural resources management
Chapter 1: Importance of natural resources conservation: Moving toward the sustainable world
Abstract
1.1: Introduction
1.2: Problems associated with the resources
1.3: Management of natural resources
1.4: Natural resources management under changing climate
1.5: Sustainability and sustainable development
1.6: Sustainability, well-being and development
1.7: Challenges toward sustainability
1.8: Natural resource management and sustainable approaches
1.9: Policy frameworks for natural resource management
1.10: Future visions, research and development vis-a-vis sustainable management
1.11: Future roadmap toward sustainability of natural resources
1.12: Conclusion
References
Chapter 2: Challenges in natural resource management for ecological sustainability
Abstract
2.1: Introduction
2.2: What are natural resources?
2.3: Natural resource management-concept
2.4: What is ecological sustainability?
2.5: What is sustainable environment?
2.6: Main challenges
2.7: Management of natural resource and ecological sustainability in India
2.8: Research and development
2.9: Policy and legal framework
2.10: Future perspectives
2.11: Conclusion
References
Chapter 3: Soil management for food security
Abstract
3.1: Introduction
3.2: Food security and crisis from world’s perspective
3.3: The role of soils: Plant growth medium and food security
3.4: Soil limitations in plant production
3.5: Alternative ways of increasing plant productivity
3.6: Research and development toward sustainable soil management and food security
3.7: Future perspective
3.8: Conclusion
References
Chapter 4: Soil improvement in arid and semiarid regions for sustainable development
Abstract
4.1: Introduction
4.2: Characteristic of arid and semiarid soil environment
4.3: The global dimensions of environmental problems of arid and semiarid soil
4.4: Arid and semiarid soil problems in Algeria perspectives
4.5: Current need for soil improvement
4.6: Technologies for improvement of soil of arid and semiarid environment
4.7: Combating desertification
4.8: Research and development in polymer science toward the improvement of soil of arid and semiarid environment
4.9: Policy and legal framework for implementation of innovative technologies toward soil improvement of arid and semiarid lands
4.10: Future prospectus of polymers and biopolymers under arid and semiarid environment
4.11: Sustainable approaches toward soil under arid and semiarid environment
4.12: Soil sustainability in arid and semiarid environment
4.13: Conclusion
References
Chapter 5: Remote sensing for agriculture and resource management
Abstract
5.1: Introduction
5.2: Principle of remote sensing
5.3: Remote sensing developmental era
5.4: Remote sensing platforms
5.5: Remote sensing technologies used in agriculture
5.6: Application of remote sensing in agriculture
5.7: Remote sensing in agriculture: A scenario
5.8: Remote sensing programs for agriculture and resource management in India
5.9: Remote sensed “big data” management in agriculture
5.10: Use of wavelength region for agricultural data collection
5.11: Remote sensing indices
5.12: Remote sensing for natural resources inventory, mapping and monitoring
5.13: Remote sensing for crop management
5.14: Remote sensing for soil management
5.15: Application of remote sensing to combat desertification
5.16: Remote sensing for site-specific weed management
5.17: Remote sensing in watershed management
5.18: Remote sensing for insect-pest management
5.19: Potential of remote sensing in agriculture and resource management
5.20: Application of remote sensing in biodiversity management
5.21: Remote sensing in agroforestry system
5.22: Remote sensing for rangeland classification and management
5.23: Remote sensing for climate change impact analysis and adaptation in agriculture
5.24: Advantages of remote sensing techniques in agricultural survey
5.25: Possible solutions for mitigation the constraints and adaptation of remote sensing
5.26: Challenges and future perspectives
5.27: Conclusions
References
Section B: Ecological restoration
Chapter 6: Biodiversity recovery at environmental mining restorations
Abstract
6.1: Introduction
6.2: Scenario of mining and biodiversity restoration approach in Spain
6.3: Paradigm shift: Traditional approach vs. ecosystem approach
6.4: Integrating the ecosystem approach in the restoration of the affected natural space
6.5: Assessment of the positive environmental impact
6.6: Research and development activities related to biodiversity restoration in mining site
6.7: Future perspective
6.8: Conclusions
References
Chapter 7: Climate change adaptation through ecological restoration
Abstract
7.1: Introduction
7.2: Climate change and land-use pattern
7.3: Climate change, land degradation and restoration
7.4: Necessity of a study on climate change adaptation
7.5: Ecological consideration for climate change adaptation
7.6: Ecosystem service as a measure for climate change adaptation
7.7: Land-use pattern and climate change
7.8: Climate change mitigation through ecological restoration
7.9: Evaluation of carbon budget in various land use types
7.10: CO2 absorption function of the riparian forest
7.11: Research and developmental activities
7.12: Policy and legal framework of climate change adaptation in Korea
7.13: Conclusions
7.14: Future perspectives
References
Chapter 8: Eco-restoration of bauxite mining: An ecological approach
Abstract
8.1: Introduction
8.2: Bauxite—A brief overview
8.3: World’s distribution of bauxite deposits
8.4: Bauxite deposits of India
8.5: Bauxite production scenario in the world and India
8.6: Classification of bauxite
8.7: Bauxite mining technology
8.8: Bauxite mining and its impact
8.9: Ecological scenario of bauxite mining at Mainpat, Sarguja
8.10: Ecological impact of bauxite mining in Mainpat
8.11: Environmental management plan of bauxite mining
8.12: Eco-restoration—A brief introduction
8.13: Future prospect of eco-restoration of bauxite mining
8.14: Conclusions
References
Chapter 9: Riparian conservation and restoration for ecological sustainability
Abstract
9.1: Introduction
9.2: Ecological services of riparian forest
9.3: Productive and cultural importance of riparian forest
9.4: Anthropogenic effect on riparian vegetation
9.5: Species invasion and riparian health
9.6: Sustainable development, management, and restoration of riparian ecosystem
9.7: Future research and development
9.8: Conclusion
References
Section C: Forest-based environment and ecological sustainability
Chapter 10: Ecological wisdom for natural resources management and sustainability
Abstract
10.1: Introduction
10.2: Ecological wisdom: A conceptual framework
10.3: Ecological wisdom and sustainability
10.4: Sustainability: Building block
10.5: Natural resources: An overview
10.6: Sustainable natural resource management: Global challenge
10.7: Policies and strategies for natural resource management
10.8: Future roadmap for natural resource management
10.9: Conclusion
References
Chapter 11: Environmental sustainability: Challenges and approaches
Abstract
11.1: Introduction
11.2: Natural resources and environmental sustainability
11.3: Environmental pollution and sustainability
11.4: Global climate change and environmental sustainability
11.5: Conservation, protection, and restoration of natural resources
11.6: Technologies toward environmental sustainability
11.7: Nanotechnology and nano-science toward environmental sustainability
11.8: Agriculture and sustainability
11.9: Industry and sustainability
11.10: Urban sustainability
11.11: Policy framework for environmental sustainability
11.12: Conclusions
11.13: Future thrust toward sustainability
References
Chapter 12: Prospects and implementation of nanotechnology in environmental remediation and clean up
Abstract
12.1: Introduction
12.2: Nanotechnology: The next generation technology
12.3: Types of nanoparticles
12.4: Properties of nanoparticles
12.5: Nano-materials and their contribution to ecosystem
12.6: Nanobioremediation
12.7: Nanotechnology in environmental applications
12.8: Nanotechnology for sensing and detecting pollution
12.9: Nanotechnology and sustainable development
12.10: Impacts of nanotechnology on environment
12.11: Research and development
12.12: Future perspective
12.13: Conclusions
References
Chapter 13: Agroforestry a model for ecological sustainability
Abstract
13.1: Introduction
13.2: Agroforestry: A decade of development
13.3: Prominence and importance of agroforestry
13.4: Agroforestry: Area coverage
13.5: Classification of agroforestry
13.6: Ecosystem services through agroforestry system
13.7: Agroforestry for ecological sustainability
13.8: Agroforestry concern for environmental security
13.9: Research and development in agroforestry
13.10: Policy framework for adoption of agroforestry
13.11: Conclusions
13.12: Future prospect and roadmap of agroforestry development
References
Chapter 14: Tree shelters: A promising tool for environmental and livestock management
Abstract
14.1: Introduction
14.2: Livestock scenario
14.3: Animal damage or pressures
14.4: Protection from animal damage
14.5: Effects of tree shelters survival, growth and protection of tree seedlings
14.6: Tree shelters for environmental and livestock management
14.7: Research and developmental activities related to tree shelters of managing animal damage
14.8: Policy framework for effective utilization of tree shelters for seedling growth
14.9: Future perspectives
14.10: Conclusion
References
Chapter 15: Influence of stand structure on forest biomass sustainability
Abstract
Acknowledgments
15.1: Introduction
15.2: Stand structure
15.3: Characterization of stand structure with biomass
15.4: Biomass dynamics
15.5: Strategies towards biomass sustainability
15.6: Conclusions
References
Chapter 16: Native forests in agricultural landscapes: An option for sustainability
Abstract
Acknowledgments
16.1: Ecosystem services and complexity
16.2: Biomass and ecosystem services
16.3: Native forests as providers of ecosystem services
16.4: Native forests in agricultural landscapes: Case study
16.5: Native forests in agricultural landscapes: Contributions for management
16.6: Native forests and human land uses: How to achieve harmony?
16.7: Conclusions
References
Chapter 17: Bioclimatology and botanical resources for sustainable development
Abstract
17.1: Introduction
17.2: Methodology
17.3: Results and discussion
17.4: Research and development toward application of bioclimatology and botanical resources for achieving sustainable development
17.5: Future prospects of cultivation indicators and risk modeling toward sustainability
17.6: Conclusions
References
Chapter 18: Use of simulation models to aid soil and water conservation actions for sustainable agro-forested systems
Abstract
18.1: Introduction
18.2: Modeling hydrology
18.3: Distributed models for water and soil conservation
18.4: Interfaces
18.5: Structure and processes
18.6: Data requirement
18.7: Example applications
18.8: Final considerations
References
Section D: Technological intervention for resources management
Chapter 19: Environmental education for sustainable development
Abstract
19.1: Introduction
19.2: Education and sustainable development
19.3: Environmental education and student empowerment
19.4: Interrelationship between environmental education and sustainable development
19.5: Policy formulation and planning for environmental education towards sustainability
19.6: Environmental education for managing resources
19.7: Sustainability through education from environment dimension—World perspective
19.8: Environmental education towards sustainability—Indian context
19.9: Research and development
19.10: Conclusion
19.11: Future roadmap
References
Chapter 20: Application of GIS and remote sensing towards forest resource management in mangrove forest of Niger Delta
Abstract
Graphical abstract
Acknowledgment
20.1: Introduction
20.2: Forest resource management
20.3: Application of remote sensing in forest resource management
20.4: Application of GIS in forestry management
20.5: Niger Delta mangrove—A case study
20.6: Scenario of mangrove Forest and application of remote sensing in the Niger Delta
20.7: Mangrove forest management in the Niger Delta
20.8: Policy and legal framework for effective management of Niger Delta Mangrove through remote sensing and GIS
20.9: Conclusions and recommendations
20.10: Future perspective of sustainable forest management
References
Chapter 21: Sustainable management of tropical anguillid eels in Southeast Asia
Abstract
21.1: Introduction
21.2: Biology and ecology of anguillid eels
21.3: Importance of anguillid eels
21.4: Global decline of anguillid eel populations
21.5: Present status of trading of anguillid eel stocks in Southeast Asia
21.6: Deficiencies of stock assessment and fishery management in anguillid eels in Southeast Asia
21.7: Threats to anguillid eels
21.8: Conservation and sustainable management of anguillid eels in Southeast Asia
21.9: Research and developmental activities in the world and Southeast Asia
21.10: Policy and legal framework towards conservation and sustainable management
21.11: Future roadmap
21.12: Conclusion
References
Chapter 22: Agronomic and biochemical characteristics of Pteris vittata L. under the impact of chromium stress
Abstract
22.1: Introduction
22.2: Materials and methods
22.3: Results and discussion
22.4: Conclusion
References
Chapter 23: Seaweed farming: A perspective of sustainable agriculture and socio-economic development
Abstract
Acknowledgment
23.1: Introduction
23.2: Seaweed production and its applications
23.3: Need of seaweed farming
23.4: Principle of seaweed farming
23.5: Advanced technique of seaweed farming
23.6: Ecological significance
23.7: Economic importance
23.8: Policy and legal framework for effective implementation of seaweed farming
23.9: Challenges and opportunities in seaweed farming
23.10: Conclusion
References
Chapter 24: Species invasion and ecological risk
Abstract
24.1: Introduction
24.2: Challenges
24.3: IAS: Global perspectives
24.4: IAS in the tropics
24.5: History of species introduction in India
24.6: Distribution in India
24.7: Biology, ecology, and abundance of IAS
24.8: Dynamics of IAS
24.9: Mode of invasion
24.10: Mechanism of invasion
24.11: Types of invasion
24.12: Threats of IAS
24.13: Causes of invasion
24.14: Risk assessment for management toward ecological invasion
24.15: Strategic plans for IAS management
24.16: Research requirements
24.17: Conclusion
24.18: Future directions
References
Chapter 25: Utilization of three indigenous plant species as alternative to plastic can reduce pollution and bring sustainability in the environment
Abstract
25.1: Introduction
25.2: Application of plants as alternate biodegradable source of plastics for reducing the environmental pollution
25.3: Application of eco-friendly alternatives for sustainable environment
25.4: Management strategies
25.5: Threats to Phoenix, Nannorrhops, and Typha
25.6: Conservation and Management of Phoenix, Nannorrhops, and Typha, in Pakistani context
25.7: Policy formulation and legal framework
25.8: Future perspectives of pollution abatement through plants
25.9: Conclusions
References
Chapter 26: Sustainable natural resources exploitation: Clay/sand mining on diminishing greener security and increased climate risks in Nigeria
Abstract
26.1: Introduction
26.2: Statement of problem
26.3: Study area
26.4: Materials and methods
26.5: Results and discussion
26.6: Environmental effects of sand/clay mining in Uruezi-Egbema
26.7: Estimation of the volume sand/clay extracted in Uruezi-Egbema
26.8: Policy development and legal framework regarding clay/sand mining in Nigeria
26.9: Future perspective
26.10: Conclusion
References
Chapter 27: Study of the composition of PM2.5 aerosols on heavy metals in primary schools: Case of Tiaret City (Algeria)
Abstract
27.1: Introduction
27.2: Materials and methods
27.3: Results and discussion
27.4: Sustainable planning and institutional development for combating air pollution
27.5: Nature-based solution toward sustainable planning in Algeria
27.6: Management and sustainability approaches to combat PM2.5 aerosols in Tiaret, Algeria
27.7: Future perspective
27.8: Conclusion
References
Chapter 28: Characterizing to sustain the agrobiodiversity in the Gedeo Zone, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract
28.1: Introduction
28.2: Materials and methods
28.3: Result and discussion
28.4: Conclusion and recommendations
Appendix I: Semistructured interview questions
Appendix II
References
Index

Manoj Kumar Jhariya

Dr. Manoj Kumar Jhariya is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Farm Forestry at Sant Gahira Guru Vishwavidyalaya (Formerly, Sarguja University), Sarguja, Ambikapur, Chhattisgarh, India. Dr. Jhariya acquired B.Sc. (Agriculture), M.Sc. (Forestry) and PhD. (Forestry) Degrees from Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India. He won the University Gold Medal for securing first class first position in PhD. examination. He was awarded Chhattisgarh Young Scientist Award in the year 2013 from Chhattisgarh Council of Science and Technology. He was awarded a UGC-RGNF Fellowship, New Delhi, India. He is editorial board member of several journals. He is life member of- The Indian Science Congress Association, Applied and Natural Science Foundation, Society for Advancement of Human and Nature, Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Association of India, and ISDS Society &International Journal of Development and Sustainability. He is dynamically involved in teaching and research.

Affiliations and expertise

Assistant Professor, University Teaching Department, Department of Farm Forestry, Sant Gahira Guru Vishwavidyalaya (Formerly, Sarguja University), Sarguja, Ambikapur-497001, (CG), India

Ram Swaroop Meena

Dr. Ram Swaroop Meena is an Agronomist working in the Department of Agronomy, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, India. Dr. Meena has been awarded Raman Research Fellowship by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. He has completed his postdoctoral research on soil carbon sequestration under Padma Shri Prof. Rattan Lal, World Food Prize Laureate, Columbus, USA. Dr. Meena has completed 10 external funded projects including, MHRD, ICAR, DST, etc.

Affiliations and expertise

Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi-221005, (UP), India

Arnab Banerjee

Dr. Arnab Banerjee is an Assistant Professor in Department of Environmental Science, Sarguja Vishwavidyalaya, Ambikapur, Chhattisgarh, India. He has completed M.Sc. and PhD. (Environmental Science) From Burdwan University and M.Phil. in Environmental Science from Kalyani University West Bengal. He won the University Gold Medal for securing first class first position in M.Sc. examination. He has been awarded Young Scientist Award for best oral presentation at International Conference held at University of Burdwan. He was a project fellow under UGC sponsored major research project. HHe is life member of academy of environmental biology. In addition to research and teaching, he supervises Post Graduate Students.

Affiliations and expertise

Assistant Professor, University Teaching Department, Department of Environmental Science, Sant Gahira Guru Vishwavidyalaya (Formerly, Sarguja University), Sarguja, Ambikapur-497001, (CG), India

Surya Nandan Meena

Dr. Surya Nandan Meena is currently a DSK PDF at Department of Chemistry, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, India. Earlier Dr. Meena has secured the National Postdoctoral Fellowship through Department of Science and Technology (DST), India and worked at National Institute of Oceanography, Goa for two years. He has completed his MSc (Agri) Plant Biotechnology from University of Agriculture Sciences, Dharwad, India and Ph.D. in Biotechnology from the Department of Biotechnology, Goa University, Goa India through research fellowship of Department of Biotechnology (DBT). Dr. Meena has more than 5 years of postdoctoral research experience in natural products chemistry which resulted in more than 10 peer reviewed research papers in international journals, three book chapters and editors of two books in Elsevier. Dr. Meena has presented his research work in different national and international conferences.

Affiliations and expertise

DSK PDF at Department of Chemistry, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, India