Desertification_SandEncroachment

This dataset contains geospatial data and analyses of sand dune movement and encroachment over a period from 2018 to 2023. Utilizing the Normalized Difference Enhanced Sand Index (NDESI), derived from Sentinel-2 imagery, this dataset provides insights into the dynamics of sand movements across designated areas in Saudi Arabia. It is intended for use in monitoring and developing interventions to manage sand encroachment.

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Maintainer GIS NRAM
Last Updated September 16, 2024, 22:35 (UTC)
Created September 16, 2024, 22:33 (UTC)
Data Collection Period 2018-2023
Index Used NDESI
Relevant Publications Marzouki Anass A. D. (2022), Journal of Arid Environments
Satellite Data Used Sentinel-2
Study Area Specific regions in Saudi Arabia affected by sand encroachment