Estimation of land use and land cover changes in Konya Closed Basin

Abstract

In this study, 28-year change of land cover in Konya Closed Basin between 1990-2018 was examined with CORINE data and mapped with geographic information systems. In addition, using the obtained data and linear regression method, predictions were made for the years 2024, 2030 and 2036. As a result of the study, it was seen that the biggest changes in the Konya Closed Basin were in the wetlands. In addition, artificial areas have also increased significantly. With the decrease in water areas, it has been seen that the basin may face drought problems in the future. As a result of the negative linear relationship in agricultural areas, it was observed that while the cultivated areas decreased, the uncultivated areas increased. On the other hand, there has been a slight decrease in forest areas.