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Research Project: Science and Technologies for the Sustainable Management of Western Rangeland Systems

Location: Range Management Research

Title: Wind erosion in anthropogenic environments

Author
item WEBB, NICHOLAS - New Mexico State University
item EDWARDS, BRANDON - New Mexico State University
item PIERRE, CAROLINE - Non ARS Employee

Submitted to: Book Chapter
Publication Type: Book / Chapter
Publication Acceptance Date: 3/8/2022
Publication Date: 3/8/2022
Citation: Webb, N., Edwards, B., Pierre, C. 2022. Wind erosion in anthropogenic environments. Book Chapter 7.12. 7:301-319.

Interpretive Summary: Human land uses and land management systems have created anthropogenic environments that influence rates of wind erosion and dust emission. This chapter begins by reviewing the sensitivity of aeolian processes to anthropogenic land use and management. It reviews the latest research addressing anthropogenic wind erosion, including impacts on agroecosystems, human health and built infrastructure. Conceptual frameworks underpinning assessments are critically evaluated relative to the state-of-the-science and support for wind erosion management. The chapter then explores how future research can connect anthropogenic wind erosion mitigation to broader land management and air quality objectives.

Technical Abstract: Human land uses and land management systems have created anthropogenic environments that influence rates of wind erosion and dust emission. This chapter begins by reviewing the sensitivity of aeolian processes to anthropogenic land use and management. It reviews the latest research addressing anthropogenic wind erosion, including impacts on agroecosystems, human health and built infrastructure. Conceptual frameworks underpinning assessments are critically evaluated relative to the state-of-the-science and support for wind erosion management. The chapter then explores how future research can connect anthropogenic wind erosion mitigation to broader land management and air quality objectives.