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Submitted October 26, 2025
Published 2026-04-30

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Vol. 6 No. 2 (2026): Revista Semilla del Este

Impact of urban transformation on land use in Pacora and Las Garzas de Pacora: a study with remote sensing and statistical analysis

DOI https://doi.org/10.48204/semillaeste.v6n2.8499

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DOI: 10.48204/semillaeste.v6n2.8499

Published: 2026-04-30

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Isaza Santos, I. I., & García Rojas, A. I. (2026). Impact of urban transformation on land use in Pacora and Las Garzas de Pacora: a study with remote sensing and statistical analysis. Revista Semilla Del Este, 6(2), 23–38. https://doi.org/10.48204/semillaeste.v6n2.8499

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Abstract

This study examines urban growth and land use changes in the districts of Pacora and Las Garzas, Panama, between 2017 and 2023. Using Sentinel 2 satellite imagery and remote sensing techniques, a 39.4% increase in urban areas was identified, primarily due to the expansion of residential zones. Forest cover decreased by 8.3%, indicating a conversion of forests to other land uses. Grasslands increased by 3.4%, and water areas by 12.1%, possibly due to changes in water management. These results underscore the need for sustainable urban planning that balances growth with the conservation of natural resources and water management, providing a basis for future policies and studies.

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