Geomorphology and geosystem services of the Indren-Cimalegna area (Monte Rosa massif - Western Italian Alps)

New strategies for preservation of geodiversity and geosystem services need to be developed for mountain areas that are vulnerable to climate change and human activities. Detailed geomorphological surveys and geosystem services analyses have been carried out in the Indren-Cimalegna area, southern sl...

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Published in:Journal of maps 2021-12, Vol.17 (2), p.161-172
Main Authors: Tognetto, Federico, Perotti, Luigi, Viani, Cristina, Colombo, Nicola, Giardino, Marco
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Climate change
Data collection
Ecological research
Geodiversity
Geomorphological mapping
Geomorphology
geosystem services
glacial environment
Landforms
Long-Term Ecological Research
Mapping
Massifs
Mountain regions
Mountainous areas
Mountains
periglacial environment
Permafrost
Remote sensing
Resorts & spas
Software
Sustainable development
Threat evaluation
Western Italian Alps
Winter
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Summary:New strategies for preservation of geodiversity and geosystem services need to be developed for mountain areas that are vulnerable to climate change and human activities. Detailed geomorphological surveys and geosystem services analyses have been carried out in the Indren-Cimalegna area, southern slope of Monte Rosa (Western Italian Alps). From remote sensing analysis and field inventories, a geomorphological map (1:5000) was created, with a new GIS-compliant legend, targeted to the studies of glacial and periglacial environments. A geosystem services map (1:15,000) was also produced, presenting a two-fold analysis of interactions between geomorphology and human activity, showing (1) the role of distinct landforms as specific services offered to society and (2) the threats posed by morphodynamic processes to human activities. These maps are presented as tools for enhancing proper planning and management of high mountains modified by climate change and human activities within a sustainable development perspective.
ISSN:1744-5647
1744-5647
DOI:10.1080/17445647.2021.1898484