Michael Darko Ahwireng

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Data Powered Positive Deviance

Robin Nowok, Anthony Kwabena Sarfo, Joy Heitlinger, Michael Darko Ahwireng, Basma Albanna, Tobias-Jorge Kunde |

From Pixels to Preservation: Utilizing Remote Sensing to Identify Community Techniques to Save Tree Cover

Climate change poses significant challenges for rural communities in the North of Ghana. Due to their dependence on climate-sensitive sectors like agriculture, forestry, and natural resource management, they are highly vulnerable to its effects. Implementing adaptation measures that improve resilience and address the impacts of climate change is essential for reducing their vulnerabilities. This article explores the benefits of new approaches, particularly the utilization of remote sensing data and the Data-Powered Positive Deviance (DPPD) method, in preserving Ghana’s trees and empowering local communities.