Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
3. International Conference on Sustainable cities and urban landscapes es and Kentsel Peyzajlar Kongresi,, Girne, Kıbrıs (Kktc), 13 - 14 Aralık 2024, ss.1, (Özet Bildiri)
Population growth and density exert significant influence on environmental sustainability. Analyzing demographic data is crucial for understanding a country's social, economic, political, technological, and environmental dynamics and for formulating effective policies. The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), categorized as a developing country, has witnessed a marked increase in immigration in recent years. This study aims to analyze average nighttime light data in TRNC as a proxy for monitoring population density and human activity. Using the Google Earth Engine platform, the study employs the VIIRS Nighttime Day/Night Band Composites Version 1 dataset, specifically the avg_rad band, for the years 2013, 2017, 2021, and 2024. These high-resolution and monthly updated VIIRS datasets facilitate an analysis of variations in nighttime light intensity to observe changes in human activity over time. Light intensity per pixel, extracted from satellite imagery, was quantified based on brightness levels, providing a preliminary estimate of population density. Additionally, the analysis incorporates data on tourist arrivals via sea and air to complement the insights gained from resident population data. This integrated approach offers a nuanced understanding of population dynamics and their potential environmental implications for TRNC. The findings underscore the relationship between population fluctuations, human activity, and the pursuit of sustainable development goals.