Distribution of trace elements in stream sediments of Arta plain (western Hellas): The influence of geomorphological parameters

Papadopoulou-Vrynioti, Kyriaki; Alexakis, Dimitrios Ε.; Bathrellos, George D.; Skilodimou, Hariklia D.; Vryniotis, Dimitris; Vassiliades, Evripides; Gamvroula, Dimitra E.

doi:10.1016/j.gexplo.2013.07.007

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“…The performed analysis enabled us not only to classify 23 different soil units according to WRBSR (2006), having a number of substantially higher soil units that shown in Portuguese Soil Map, but also to ascertain that preexisting information, e.g., soil and geological maps, can be very useful in solving known problems [32,33]. Focusing only on higher taxonomic levels, one can see that the dominant soil groups in the region are Fluvisols, occupying 44.9% of the total area, followed by Luvisols with 29.6% of the total area.…”

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Using GIS towards the Characterization and Soil Mapping of the Caia Irrigation Perimeter

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Abstract:The Caia Irrigation Perimeter is an irrigation infrastructure implemented in 1968. As is often the case, the original soil map of this region (dated from 1961) does not have the detail needed to characterize a relatively small-sized zone, where intensive agricultural practices take place. Using FAO methodology and with the main goal of establishing a larger-scale soil map, adequate for the demands of a modern and intensive agriculture, we gathered the geological characterization of the study area and information about the topography, climate, and vegetation of the region. Using ArcGIS software, we overlapped this information and established a pre-map of soil resources. Based on this pre-map, we defined a set of detailed itineraries in the field, evenly distributed, in which soil samples were collected. In those distinct soil units, we opened several soil profiles, from which we selected 26 to analyze in the present study, since they characterized the existing diversity in terms of soil type and soil properties. Based on the work of verification, correction, and reinterpretation of the preliminary soil map, we reached a final soil map for the Caia Irrigation Perimeter, which is characterized by enormous heterogeneity, typical of Mediterranean soils, containing 23 distinct cartographic units, the most representative being the Distric Fluvisols with inclusions of Luvisols Distric occupying 29.9% of the total study area, and Calcisols Luvic with inclusions of Luvisols endoleptic with 11.9% of the total area. Considering the obtained information on soil properties; ArcGIS was used to develop a map in which it was possible to ascertain the impact of the continuous practice of irrigation in this area. This allows us to put forward relevant conclusions on the need to access and monitor specific Mediterranean soils in order to mitigate the environmental impact of irrigation practices.

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Using GIS towards the Characterization and Soil Mapping of the Caia Irrigation Perimeter

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“…Residential canal estates have also been shown to accumulate heavy metal and pesticide contaminants following urban runoff, and therefore sequester pollutants which effectively protects downstream sensitive coastal wetland habitats . Similarly, high levels of contamination have been linked to increasing the length of artificial channels (Papadopoulou-Vrynioti et al, 2013). Given the extent of marine development and future predictions it will be essential that managers develop strategies that balance engineering needs with ecosystem requirements.…”

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Application of management tools to integrate ecological principles with the design of marine infrastructure

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Mayer‐Pinto

Morris

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Journal of Environmental Management

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“…On a global scale, the combined forces of urbanization and rapidly-expanding industry have increased the stress on the natural environment and has resulted in morphological changes in landforms, repeated natural disasters, fragmentation of natural habitats, and degradation of the soil, and surface and ground waters by a wide range of chemical contaminants [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9]. The continuous and rapid progress of urbanization around the world and the consequent need for mineral sources has largely destroyed many formerly natural ecosystems and left behind many abandoned mines [10].…”

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Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis for an Abandoned Quarry in the Evros Region (NE Greece)

Τsolaki-Fiaka

Bathrellos

Skilodimou

2018

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Abstract:The purpose of this study is to identify the impacts of abandoned quarries and to examine scenarios for their restoration. Two quarries were selected as case studies, which are located in the Evros Region (NE Greece). Initially, the current state of the abandoned quarries was recorded and evaluated, including slopes, landscape, land use, as well as cultural elements. Four alterative scenarios for the exploitation of each quarry were proposed, taking into account the specifics of each site. Financial, environmental, and socioeconomic criteria were then used to evaluate these scenarios. The PROMETHEE method is a multi-criteria decision analysis approach and was applied to rank the alterative scenarios. The results show that the "do nothing" scenario is the worst solution for both quarries. In the quarry at Asvestades, the restoration of the area by returning the land to pre-quarry use with the shaping of the slopes and planting is considered the best solution. On the other hand, in the quarry Mikro Derio two scenarios are proposed; one provides restoring the site to its pre-quarry land use and the other is the restoration of the quarry combined with the creation of a wildlife observatory and places for alternative forms of tourism.

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Distribution of trace elements in stream sediments of Arta plain (western Hellas): The influence of geomorphological parameters

Cited by 53 publications

References 27 publications

Using GIS towards the Characterization and Soil Mapping of the Caia Irrigation Perimeter

Using GIS towards the Characterization and Soil Mapping of the Caia Irrigation Perimeter

Application of management tools to integrate ecological principles with the design of marine infrastructure

Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis for an Abandoned Quarry in the Evros Region (NE Greece)

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