[HTML][HTML] Net primary productivity in Kazakhstan, its spatio-temporal patterns and relation to meteorological variables
Arid and semiarid environments are susceptible to environmental degradation and
desertification. Modelling net primary productivity (NPP) and analysis of spatio-temporal
patterns help to understand ecological functioning especially in these areas. In this study,
we apply the Biosphere Energy Transfer Hydrology Model (BETHY/DLR) to derive NPP for
Kazakhstan for 2003–2011. Results are analyzed regarding spatial, monthly, and inter-
annual variations. Mean annual NPP for Kazakhstan is 143 g C m− 2 and maximum …
desertification. Modelling net primary productivity (NPP) and analysis of spatio-temporal
patterns help to understand ecological functioning especially in these areas. In this study,
we apply the Biosphere Energy Transfer Hydrology Model (BETHY/DLR) to derive NPP for
Kazakhstan for 2003–2011. Results are analyzed regarding spatial, monthly, and inter-
annual variations. Mean annual NPP for Kazakhstan is 143 g C m− 2 and maximum …
