Title:
Enhancing Woody Plant Encroachment Detection in Grasslands Using Multi-Source Earth Observation Data and Modern Data Processing Technologies Benefiting Canadian Environment and Economy
Agreement Number:
24AO3SAS24
Agreement Value:
$312,000.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 5, 2024 - Mar 31, 2027
Description:
This project aims to address the rapid disappearance of grasslands, particularly due to woody plant encroachment (WPE), which has become the second most significant cause of grassland loss after land conversion to cropping. By leveraging advanced technology and diverse satellite imagery, the project seeks to develop methods to accurately estimate woody plant cover, detect WPE at an early stage, investigate driving factors, identify vulnerable regions, and assess the economic and environmental benefits of WPE detection on Canadian grasslands, ultimately providing a comprehensive understanding and methodologies for WPE detection and its impacts.
Organization:
Canadian Space Agency
Expected Results:
The Research component of the program provides financial support to organizations to conduct space related research and development in priority areas. It will support targeted knowledge development and innovation to sustain and enhance the Canadian capacity to use space to address national needs and priorities in the future.
Location:
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, CA S7N 5C9
Reference Number:
003-2023-2024-Q4-00123
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient's Legal Name:
University of Saskatchewan
Program:
Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
Program Purpose:
This program supports knowledge development and innovation in the CSA's priority areas while increasing the awareness and participation of Canadians in space-related disciplines and activities.
The Research Component aims to support the development of science and technology; foster the continual development of a critical mass of researchers and highly qualified people in Canada; and support information gathering and space-related studies and research pertaining to Canadian Space Agency priorities.