Changing Climate-Land-Life Interplay
Spatial Approaches for Biodiversity, Agriculture, and Land Resilience in Emerging Economies
Will be published approx. on 21. July 2026
466 pages
E-Book
978-1-040-86157-8 (ISBN)
Description
Climate change is an intensifying reality of the present, reshaping land systems, ecosystems, and human livelihoods across the globe. Its impacts are most clearly manifested through changes in land cover and land use, degradation of ecosystems, loss of biodiversity, and growing risks to food systems, water security, and rural and urban livelihoods. Changing Climate-Land-Life Interplay: Spatial Approaches for Biodiversity, Agriculture, and Land Resilience in Emerging Economies examines these interdependencies by placing human well-being and livelihood security at the core of climate-land-life interactions.
Focusing on emerging economies such as India, Indonesia, Brazil, and Vietnam, the book addresses regions where climate vulnerability, rich biodiversity, and rapid economic transformation directly affect millions of people dependent on land and natural resources for their survival. Moving beyond siloed treatments of climate, land, or conservation, the volume adopts a systems perspective that links land-use change with ecosystem services, agrobiodiversity, and livelihood outcomes. A defining feature of the book is its use of spatial approaches - remote sensing, geographic information system, and landscape-scale analysis - to reveal how climate-driven land transformations shape livelihoods, equity, and resilience in the Global South.
Key features include:
Climate impacts on land, ecosystems, and livelihood systems
Land use change and its implications for ecosystem services and human well-being
Biodiversity and ecosystem functions supporting livelihoods
Agrobiodiversity as a basis for resilient, nutrition-secure farming systems
Regional case studies connecting land governance and livelihood outcomes
Policy analysis integrating development, conservation, and adaptation
Action pathways using geospatial tools and participatory governance
This book is intended for researchers, policymakers, planners, conservation and development practitioners seeking integrated strategies to sustain land, life, and livelihoods under climate change.
Focusing on emerging economies such as India, Indonesia, Brazil, and Vietnam, the book addresses regions where climate vulnerability, rich biodiversity, and rapid economic transformation directly affect millions of people dependent on land and natural resources for their survival. Moving beyond siloed treatments of climate, land, or conservation, the volume adopts a systems perspective that links land-use change with ecosystem services, agrobiodiversity, and livelihood outcomes. A defining feature of the book is its use of spatial approaches - remote sensing, geographic information system, and landscape-scale analysis - to reveal how climate-driven land transformations shape livelihoods, equity, and resilience in the Global South.
Key features include:
Climate impacts on land, ecosystems, and livelihood systems
Land use change and its implications for ecosystem services and human well-being
Biodiversity and ecosystem functions supporting livelihoods
Agrobiodiversity as a basis for resilient, nutrition-secure farming systems
Regional case studies connecting land governance and livelihood outcomes
Policy analysis integrating development, conservation, and adaptation
Action pathways using geospatial tools and participatory governance
This book is intended for researchers, policymakers, planners, conservation and development practitioners seeking integrated strategies to sustain land, life, and livelihoods under climate change.
Reviews / Votes
"Changing Climate, Land-Life Interplay: Spatial Approaches for Biodiversity, Agriculture, and Land Resilience in Emerging Economies by esteemed and highly respected authors Drs. Parth Sarathi Roy, Swati Basu, Sanjay Kumar, Reshma M. R., and Renu Swarup is a timely and deeply insightful contribution to global climate-land research. Drawing on rigorous science, rich case studies, and decades of collective expertise, the authors illuminate the complex and interdependent relationships among climate change, land-use transitions, biodiversity, and agrobiodiversity, particularly within the rapidly transforming landscapes of emerging economies. The book's integration of spatial analysis, geospatial technologies, ecosystem science, and policy frameworks provides a powerful foundation for understanding and addressing the cascading challenges facing the Global South. Its emphasis on systems thinking, climate-resilient agriculture, digital land governance, and actionable pathways make this volume an essential resource for scientists, policymakers, and practitioners committed to building sustainable and resilient land-life systems. I strongly endorse this book for its scholarly depth, practical relevance, and its potential to shape future climate and land-use strategies worldwide".Dr. Prasad S. Thenkabail, Senior Scientist, U.S. Geological Survey, USA "Changing Climate, Land-Life Interplay: Spatial Approaches for Biodiversity, Agriculture, and Land Resilience in Emerging Economies by esteemed and highly respected authors Drs. Parth Sarathi Roy, Swati Basu, Sanjay Kumar, Reshma M. R., and Renu Swarup is a timely and deeply insightful contribution to global climate-land research. Drawing on rigorous science, rich case studies, and decades of collective expertise, the authors illuminate the complex and interdependent relationships among climate change, land-use transitions, biodiversity, and agrobiodiversity, particularly within the rapidly transforming landscapes of emerging economies. The book's integration of spatial analysis, geospatial technologies, ecosystem science, and policy frameworks provides a powerful foundation for understanding and addressing the cascading challenges facing the Global South. Its emphasis on systems thinking, climate-resilient agriculture, digital land governance, and actionable pathways make this volume an essential resource for scientists, policymakers, and practitioners committed to building sustainable and resilient land-life systems. I strongly endorse this book for its scholarly depth, practical relevance, and its potential to shape future climate and land-use strategies worldwide".
Dr. Prasad S. Thenkabail, Senior Scientist, U.S. Geological Survey, USA
"A timely and deeply insightful volume, this book weaves together climate, land, agrobiodiversity and life systems into a coherent framework for action in emerging economies. It offers practical, policy relevant pathways that are both scientifically grounded and socially inclusive, making it essential reading for decision makers and practitioners alike."
Soumya Swaminathan, FRS, Chairperson, M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF), Chennai, India
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English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
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Taylor & Francis Ltd
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College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
26 Tables, black and white; 40 Line drawings, color; 11 Line drawings, black and white; 40 Illustrations, color; 11 Illustrations, black and white
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Parth Sarathi Roy | Swati Basu | Sanjay Kumar
Changing Climate-Land-Life Interplay
Spatial Approaches for Biodiversity, Agriculture, and Land Resilience in Emerging Economies
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CRC Press
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Dr Parth Sarathi Roy, FNASI, FNAAS; is Ph D in Ecology; main contributions are in Earth Observation Science: Vegetation Science, Land Use and Land Cover Change, Biodiversity & Climate Science. Thirty-five years in ISRO/DOS (1977-2012) in various scientific positions - superannuated as Director IIRS - ISRO. He was Chair Professor at University of Hyderabad, (2012-18); Advisor and NASI Senior Scientist ICRISAT (2018-2020) and Senior Fellow, World Resources Institute India (2020-2024). He has been awarded with B P Pal National Environmental Fellow by Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change, Government of India, ISRO Performance Excellence Award and Bhaskara Award by Indian Society of Remote Sensing (ISRS). His main research area has been Spatial ecology and geoinformatics for natural resource management. He has been involved in several national projects and initiatives that aim to promote restoration, conservation, and management of natural resources in India and beyond. https://www.linkedin.com/in/parth-sarathi-roy-74831761/
Dr Swati Basu has Master in Physics and Ph D in Air pollution from IIT, New Delhi. She is Former Scientific Secretary, Office of Principal Scientific Adviser, Government of India. Her previous positions include Director of the National Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasting (NCMRWF) and Adviser in the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India. Her scientific contributions are well recognized in Monsoon Mission SSC, Urban Climate and extreme events. She has the distinction of being the first Indian woman to go up to 80-degree North in the Arctic during July 2013 representing India. https://www.linkedin.com/in/swati- basu-moes/
Dr Sanjay Kumar, FNA, FNAAS, FNASI, Chairman of the Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board, New Delhi, previously served as Director of CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (CSIR-IHBT). His scientific achievements include discovering a carbon fixation pathway to boost photosynthetic efficiency, developing an autoclavable superoxide dismutase enzyme, and advancing understanding of secondary metabolism and adaptive mechanisms in plants. As director, Dr Kumar spearheaded initiatives addressing malnutrition, preserving traditional knowledge, conserving biodiversity, and promoting waste management. His team introduced high-value crops-asafoetida, saffron, monk fruit, Russian accessions of sea-buckthorn, apple, cinnamon, liquorice, lilium, and tulip-to non-traditional regions, promoting self-reliance in India. His promotion of aromatics made Himachal Pradesh a leader in wild marigold essential oil production. Dr Kumar's commitment to the bioeconomy launched startups, spurred a surge in technology transfers, and expanded entrepreneurial agreements to bring institute-developed products to market. He is recognised as a distinguished scientist in the field of agricultural innovations. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanjay-kumar-aa94a1137/
Dr Reshma M. R. is accomplished researcher in the field of Ecology, Land Use and Land Cover Change (LULCC), Climate Change and Environmental Sciences. Her field of research has been in the areas of LULCC, Species Distribution Modeling (SDM) and quantitative Ecosystem Services. She has seamlessly integrated recent and historical LULC maps for predicting future LULC maps in different climate change scenarios in Eastern Ghats. Her recent work pertains to data-driven solutions including remote sensing and geospatial data for various Land use and conservation solutions for policy and decision makers. https://www.linkedin.com/in/reshma-mr-641a5b49/
Dr Renu Swarup, FNA, FNASI, is Ph. D. in Genetics and Plant Breeding. She has been Former Secretary, Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India. Having served in Department of Biotechnology for over 30 years, she was also the Chairperson of Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), Additional Charge Secretary Department of Science &Technology for a short period. She did her Post Doctoral Research at The John Innes Centre, Norwich UK, Dr. Renu Swarup has been instrumental in the planning and implementation of some major National programs. During COVID pandemic situation she led the COVID Vaccine Diagnostic and Genome sequencing Mission. Dr Renu Swarup steered scientific issues of national importance related to the policy planning and their implementation. She was member of the Task Force on "Women in Science" constituted by the Scientific Advisory Committee to the Prime Minister. Currently the she is Vice Chair of the International Centre for Antimicrobial Resistance Solutions (ICARS) Copenhagen, Denmark and Member of the Board of Trustees of the M S Swaminathan Research Foundation. She is received many awards, prominent are P. Sheel Memorial Award - NASI, TWAS Regional Science Diplomacy Award; and YB Chavan National Award 2021 for Public Service. https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrenuswarup/
Dr Swati Basu has Master in Physics and Ph D in Air pollution from IIT, New Delhi. She is Former Scientific Secretary, Office of Principal Scientific Adviser, Government of India. Her previous positions include Director of the National Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasting (NCMRWF) and Adviser in the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India. Her scientific contributions are well recognized in Monsoon Mission SSC, Urban Climate and extreme events. She has the distinction of being the first Indian woman to go up to 80-degree North in the Arctic during July 2013 representing India. https://www.linkedin.com/in/swati- basu-moes/
Dr Sanjay Kumar, FNA, FNAAS, FNASI, Chairman of the Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board, New Delhi, previously served as Director of CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (CSIR-IHBT). His scientific achievements include discovering a carbon fixation pathway to boost photosynthetic efficiency, developing an autoclavable superoxide dismutase enzyme, and advancing understanding of secondary metabolism and adaptive mechanisms in plants. As director, Dr Kumar spearheaded initiatives addressing malnutrition, preserving traditional knowledge, conserving biodiversity, and promoting waste management. His team introduced high-value crops-asafoetida, saffron, monk fruit, Russian accessions of sea-buckthorn, apple, cinnamon, liquorice, lilium, and tulip-to non-traditional regions, promoting self-reliance in India. His promotion of aromatics made Himachal Pradesh a leader in wild marigold essential oil production. Dr Kumar's commitment to the bioeconomy launched startups, spurred a surge in technology transfers, and expanded entrepreneurial agreements to bring institute-developed products to market. He is recognised as a distinguished scientist in the field of agricultural innovations. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanjay-kumar-aa94a1137/
Dr Reshma M. R. is accomplished researcher in the field of Ecology, Land Use and Land Cover Change (LULCC), Climate Change and Environmental Sciences. Her field of research has been in the areas of LULCC, Species Distribution Modeling (SDM) and quantitative Ecosystem Services. She has seamlessly integrated recent and historical LULC maps for predicting future LULC maps in different climate change scenarios in Eastern Ghats. Her recent work pertains to data-driven solutions including remote sensing and geospatial data for various Land use and conservation solutions for policy and decision makers. https://www.linkedin.com/in/reshma-mr-641a5b49/
Dr Renu Swarup, FNA, FNASI, is Ph. D. in Genetics and Plant Breeding. She has been Former Secretary, Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India. Having served in Department of Biotechnology for over 30 years, she was also the Chairperson of Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), Additional Charge Secretary Department of Science &Technology for a short period. She did her Post Doctoral Research at The John Innes Centre, Norwich UK, Dr. Renu Swarup has been instrumental in the planning and implementation of some major National programs. During COVID pandemic situation she led the COVID Vaccine Diagnostic and Genome sequencing Mission. Dr Renu Swarup steered scientific issues of national importance related to the policy planning and their implementation. She was member of the Task Force on "Women in Science" constituted by the Scientific Advisory Committee to the Prime Minister. Currently the she is Vice Chair of the International Centre for Antimicrobial Resistance Solutions (ICARS) Copenhagen, Denmark and Member of the Board of Trustees of the M S Swaminathan Research Foundation. She is received many awards, prominent are P. Sheel Memorial Award - NASI, TWAS Regional Science Diplomacy Award; and YB Chavan National Award 2021 for Public Service. https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrenuswarup/
Content
Chapter 1: General Introduction
Chapter 2: Climate Change
Chapter 3: Land Cover and Land Use
Chapter 4: Biodiversity
Chapter 5: Agrobiodiversity - Scientific Basis, Conservation Strategies, and Climate Resilience
Chapter 6: Climate- Land- Biodiversity- Agriculture: Nexus Cases
Chapter 7: Cross-Sectoral Linkages and Strategies for Land and Life Resilience
Chapter 8: International Protocols, Sustainable Development, and Policy Framework in Emerging Economies
Index
Chapter 2: Climate Change
Chapter 3: Land Cover and Land Use
Chapter 4: Biodiversity
Chapter 5: Agrobiodiversity - Scientific Basis, Conservation Strategies, and Climate Resilience
Chapter 6: Climate- Land- Biodiversity- Agriculture: Nexus Cases
Chapter 7: Cross-Sectoral Linkages and Strategies for Land and Life Resilience
Chapter 8: International Protocols, Sustainable Development, and Policy Framework in Emerging Economies
Index
