EXAMINING THE ECOSYSTEM SERVICE VALUES DUE TO LULC CHANGES: A CASE STUDY ON COX'S BAZAR, BANGLADESH

Jubaier Khalid  Maruf; Sharmin  Ara

doi:10.53808/KUS.2022.ICSTEM4IR.0079-se

Authors

Jubaier Khalid Maruf Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology, Chittagong 4349, Bangladesh
Sharmin Ara Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology, Chittagong 4349, Bangladesh

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53808/KUS.2022.ICSTEM4IR.0079-se

Keywords:

Ecosystem services, Ecosystem Service Valuation (ESV), LULC, Tourism, Sustainable development

Abstract

Ecosystem services can reveal information on how an ecosystem works with all of its components. However, natural ecosystems are under enormous strain globally as a result of rising demand. This study attempts to analyze Ecosystem Service Valuation (ESV) for the Cox's Bazar district, one of the most important tourist destinations that has had considerable Land Use and Land Cover (LULC) changes over the last few decades. Due to considerable tourist demand, this ecologically critical natural resource base, particularly forests, wetlands, and sea beaches, suffers and changes on a regular basis, affecting the ecological balance. LULC-induced changes in ecosystem components and the function's value would eventually alter ecosystem service values. Urbanization is expected to accelerate, particularly in emerging countries, having an impact on both the regional and local levels.Assessing the effects of different land-use scenarios on subsequent changes in ecosystem service has significant implications for sustainable development. This study included six different LULC classes and their effects on ESVs. LANDSAT satellite-derived imagery from year 2000 to year 2021 were utilized and computed at ten-year intervals. The results reveal which LULC classes are more likely to change and how ESV changes throughout this time span. This research would help with sustainable land management and tourism strategy by minimizing encroachment on forests, coastal areas, and wetlands.

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