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Technical University of Crete
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| URI: | http://purl.tuc.gr/dl/dias/AB7E3914-61F6-4B84-A492-2358E63E4027 | ||
| Year | 2025 | ||
| Type of Item | Diploma Work | ||
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| Bibliographic Citation | Konstantinos Chatzantonis, "Investigation of the spatio-temporal distribution of meteorological drought episodes in Greece for the period 1950-2020", Diploma Work, School of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Technical University of Crete, Chania, Greece, 2025 https://doi.org/10.26233/heallink.tuc.103995 | ||
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Drought is one of the most significant challenges of our time, with far-reaching consequences for ecosystems, the economy, and human societies. As global temperatures rise due to the greenhouse effect, it is expected that drought events will become more frequent, intense, and prolonged. Drought, as a natural phenomenon, is characterized by water scarcity, leading to adverse effects on the environment, while also negatively impacting the economy and daily human activities. The Mediterranean region, in particular, is considered a hotspot for global warming, making it highly susceptible to unique challenges such as prolonged drought periods, which will be examined in this study.This thesis focuses on the calculation and application of the Standardized Precipitation Index (SPI) based on meteorological data from the past 70 years. The primary objective is to identify drought periods in Greece and develop maps that illustrate the duration, intensity, and spatial extent of drought events. These findings aim to support water resource management and enhance the understanding of climatic trends. As an outcome, a Drought Atlas for Greece (1951–2020) was created, providing valuable insights into the occurrence, impacts, and risks associated with droughts in the country.
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