Vegetation–Soil–Water Nexus: Ecological Solutions for the Environment
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Water Management".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2026 | Viewed by 40
Special Issue Editors
Interests: watershed conservation; ecological restoration
Interests: sustainable land management; biodiversity conservation
Interests: soil health; ecosystem services
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The intricate interplay between vegetation, soil, and water systems forms the foundation of terrestrial ecosystems, driving essential ecological processes and services. This Special Issue focuses on the critical nexus of vegetation, soil, and water, exploring innovative ecological solutions to address pressing environmental challenges such as land degradation, water scarcity, biodiversity loss, and climate change impacts. By integrating multidisciplinary approaches, we aim to advance our understanding of how sustainable management of these interconnected systems can enhance ecosystem resilience, restore degraded landscapes, and promote environmental sustainability.
Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- The role of vegetation in soil conservation and water regulation.
- Ecological restoration techniques for degraded soils and watersheds.
- Sustainable land-use practices to balance agricultural productivity and ecosystem health.
- Climate-smart strategies for vegetation–soil–water management.
- Technological innovations in monitoring and modelling the vegetation–soil–water nexus.
- Policy frameworks and community-based approaches for integrated ecosystem management.
We invite original research articles, reviews, and case studies that provide novel insights into the vegetation–soil–water nexus and its applications in achieving ecological sustainability. Contributions from diverse fields, including ecology, environmental science, hydrology, and land management, are welcome.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Dandong Cheng
Dr. Yixuan Zhang
Dr. Jiaqi Hao
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- vegetation–soil–water nexus
- ecological restoration
- sustainable land management
- watershed conservation
- climate resilience
- ecosystem services
- biodiversity conservation
- soil health
- water resources
- environmental policy
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