MOATIZE: URBANIZATION AND ENVIRONMENT

Moatize: urbanization and environment

Authors

  • Geraldo Félix Pita DUARTE Instituto Médio de Ciências e Tecnologias (IMECTEC) https://orcid.org/0009-0002-3419-1864
  • Eduardo Félix Pita DUARTE Universidade Zambeze, Faculdade de Ciencias Agrarias

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5016/geociencias.v43i2.18106

Abstract

Urbanization in Moatize, Mozambique, in recent decades has brought about significant transformations in the environment. The use of satellite imagery, such as Sentinel-2A and Landsat 4-5 TM, reveals a decrease in vegetation density and health due to urban expansion and agricultural practices. Unmodified Vegetation areas have decreased, while Anthropogenic Actions have increased, indicating the direct influence of urbanization. These changes highlight the need for a balance between economic development and environmental conservation, promoting sustainable practices and raising awareness about the importance of preserving natural vegetation. Effective measures are essential to ensure an environmentally sustainable future in Moatize and similar regions.

Author Biographies

Geraldo Félix Pita DUARTE, Instituto Médio de Ciências e Tecnologias (IMECTEC)

Instituto Médio de Ciências e Tecnologias (IMECTEC)

Departamento de Agricultura.

Avenida da Independência, 205, Bairro Francisco Manyanga, Cidade de Tete,

Província de Tete, Moçambique

Eduardo Félix Pita DUARTE, Universidade Zambeze, Faculdade de Ciencias Agrarias

Universidade Zambeze,

Faculdade de Ciências Agrárias. Vila de Ulónguè, Distrito de Angónia,

Província de Tete, Moçambique

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Published

2024-07-03 — Updated on 2024-07-04

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Issue

Vol. 43 No. 2 (2024)

Section

Artigos