Spatial-temporal variations of surface water area during 1986–2018 in Qinghai Province, northwestern China based on Google Earth Engine

Qinghai Province, known as the 'Water Tower' of northwestern China, has experienced significant expansion in its surface water area from 1986 to 2018, primarily driven by rising temperatures and increased precipitation. This trend was most pronounced in the Qaidam Basin, Hoh Xil Nature Reserve, and Qinghai Lake. Researchers leveraged Google Earth Engine (GEE) cloud processing to analyze spatial-temporal variations of surface water, providing critical insights into the ecological impacts of climate change on this vital region.

Zhu, L., Tian, H., Huang, N., Wang, L., & Niu, Z. (2023). Spatial-temporal variations of surface water area during 1986–2018 in Qinghai Province, northwestern China based on Google Earth Engine. Big Earth Data, 8(2), 333–349. https://doi.org/10.1080/20964471.2023.2222945