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Modeling the spatial dynamics of regional land use: the CLUE-S model
Peter H Verburg1, Welmoed Soepboer, A Veldkamp
1Faculty of Geographical Sciences, Utrecht University, P.O. Box 80115, 3508 TC Utrecht, The Netherlands. pverburg@gissrv.iend.wau.nl
Environmental Management
|July 31, 2002
Summary
This study introduces CLUE-S, a dynamic land-use change model for regional environmental management. It aids in identifying critical areas by analyzing socio-economic and biophysical drivers, enhancing future planning.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Geographic Information Science
- Spatio-temporal Modeling
Background:
- Integrated environmental management relies on effective land-use change models.
- Scenario analysis using these models can predict critical future locations under environmental change.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a dynamic, spatially explicit land-use change model named CLUE-S.
- To enable integrated analysis of land-use change drivers at a regional scale.
Main Methods:
- The CLUE-S model employs systems theory for integrated analysis of land-use change.
- It incorporates hierarchical organization, spatial connectivity, and stability variables for fine-resolution analysis.
- Model validation was performed using applications in the Philippines and Malaysia.
Main Results:
- The CLUE-S model effectively simulates land-use dynamics based on specified driving factors.
- The model demonstrated its functionality and validity in case studies.
Conclusions:
- CLUE-S is a valuable tool for regional land-use change analysis and integrated environmental management.
- The model's structure allows for detailed examination of land-use dynamics and stability.