Using the Group Lasso Method to Identify the Most Important Factors Affecting Desertification in Al-Qadisiyah Governorate
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https://doi.org/10.62933/r9tv0505Keywords:
Desertification, Variable Selection, Lasso, Group LassoAbstract
The study of desertification in Al-Qadisiyah Governorate holds great importance in understanding the prevalent environmental and economic patterns in the region. Additionally, it contributes to the identification of the impacts of both environmental and human factors on land degradation. Additionally, it contributes to the identification of the impacts of both environmental and human factors on land degradation. Some areas experience more severe land degradation than others, leading to a loss of biodiversity and arable land.
Consequently, it is essential to identify the factors affecting desertification in Al-Qadisiyah Governorate. In this article, a group of factors—including natural, human, economic, social, and technological—were studied and analyzed using one of the variable selection methods, known as the Group Lasso method. The annual data collected from 2020 to 2023 was meticulously analyzed, utilizing the R programming language.
The analysis revealed that four main factors significantly influence desertification in the governorate: climate change, unsustainable agricultural practices, poverty, and traditional irrigation techniques. These findings highlight the urgent need for effective strategies to address these challenges, ensuring the sustainable management of natural resources and the preservation of the environment for future generations.
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