Vegetation and soil indices for satellite monitoring of lands in areas of surface coal mining
P.P. Manevich1 , V.V. Antoshin2, K.S. Kolikov3
1 PLC “Roskadastr”, Moscow, Russian Federation
2 LLC NGK “Gorny”, Moscow, Russian Federation
3 National University of Science and Technology MISIS, Moscow, Russian Federation
Russian Mining Industry №1 / 2025 p. 118-122
Abstract: The operation of coal mines has a complex negative impact on adjacent natural areas. Continuous land monitoring is essential for developing effective strategies for restoration and reclamation of mining and natural landscapes in the coal mining regions. Satellite missions are actively used for this purpose. The article presents an analysis of soil and vegetation indices employed for land monitoring in areas of surface coal mining using Earth remote sensing data. It discusses the theoretical foundations and practical applications of satellite indices that enable the assessment of vegetation and soil conditions. A special attention is given to the potential use of these indices in identifying the degradation processes and evaluating the effectiveness of reclamation efforts in the disturbed areas. The methodology for calculating the vegetation indices is based on analyzing spectral characteristics of the vegetation and soils, reflecting their internal structure and composition. The article provides examples of the index application in analyzing areas with sparse vegetation and high soil background levels, typical of the coal mining regions. Limitations of the indices are discussed, along with the possible correction methods to enhance the accuracy of satellite monitoring.
Keywords: earth remote sensing, vegetation indices, soil indices, satellite monitoring, open-pit coal mining, land reclamation, spectral data
For citation: Manevich P.P., Antoshin V.V., Kolikov K.S. Vegetation and soil indices for satellite monitoring of lands in areas of surface coal mining. Russian Mining Industry. 2025;(1):118–122. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.30686/1609-9192-2025-1-118-122
Article info
Received: 17.11.2024
Revised: 09.01.2025
Accepted: 13.01.2025
Information about the authors
Polina P. Manevich – Chief Editor of the Department of Scientific and Technical Information at the Department of Scientific and Technical Development and Innovations in the Field of Geodesy, Cartography, and Geoinformation Technologies, PLC “Roskadastr”, Moscow, Russian Federation; e-mail: polina.manevich@yandex.ru
Vladislav V. Antoshin – Director of Industrial Safety, Health and Environment Safety Department, LLC NGK “Gorny”, Moscow, Russian Federation; e-mail: antoshinVV@ngk-gornyi.ru
Konstantin S. Kolikov – Dr. Sci. (Eng.), Professor, Head of Department of the Safety and Ecology of Mining, Mining Institute, National University of Science and Technology MISIS, Moscow, Russian Federation; https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8831-1927 ; e-mail: kolikovks@mail.ru
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