During the Training School “Practical Solutions for Salt-Affected Soils in Deltas”, held from 09/06/2026 to 10/06/2026 in Leeuwarden, Netherlands, Najat Sarkouh presented a poster entitled “Monitoring Environmental Change in Southwestern Morocco: Insights from Geospatial Analysis of Arid Areas” and was awarded second place for Best Poster.
This work highlights recent research contributions by Najat Sarkouh on the mapping and monitoring of salt-affected soils and landscapes in southwestern Morocco, with a particular focus on the Atlantic Sahara. Using remote sensing techniques and geospatial analysis, the study integrates satellite-derived salinity indices, supervised classification methods, and field-based soil information to better understand the spatial distribution and dynamics of soil salinization.
The results provide valuable insights into the extent and severity of salt-affected areas, supporting sustainable land management and environmental conservation strategies in fragile arid ecosystems.
