Quantum innovation in measuring, monitoring and managing ecological function on large scales, reliably and affordably

Abstract:

This presentation discusses a pre-eminent concern of landscape level watershed management and introduces a tool developed to foster cost-effective stewardship. The need to accurately and quickly assess site potential and track ecological changes on watershed scale rangelands exists in all terrestrial ecosystems. The focus of this presentation links traditional riparian and water quality assessments techniques with existing remote sensing technology in order to assist with decision support with management of large watersheds. Moreover, its implementation can promote both environmental enhancement and improved profitability of economically sustainable rangeland businesses. This system offers a powerful new approach for yielding actionable information over large areas at low cost.