Geosystems' Pathways to the Future of sustainability.

Defining Geosystems' 

 

This concept deals with the analysis of several combinations of biotic, abiotic and anthropic factors within a particular territory. It belongs to systemic approaches generally, and is used in geography to study interactions between the natural environment and societies, both temporal and spatial. It has considerable affinities with the ecosystem approach that developed in the 1930s in scientific ecology, which mainly concerned relationships between living species and their «biotopes». It however differs from it by the fact that it involves a larger spatial scale, since it enables the study of geographic space on the level of regional sub-spaces. Consequently it also integrates a wider range of factors, among which action by humans, and longer time scales. Computing modeling about the flora, fauna and physical geographical area structuring the particular area that is developed for specifc aims. For instance, if a slope or watershed forms a geosystem, the various landscape units that it comprises can be considered as geofacies. The latter for their part are very small spatial units of a few square metres, such as hillocks or wet hollows in one of the units on the slope. However, as the strict application of this approach is difficult to implement, the concept has tended to become a way of envisaging the articulation between the natural environment and societies rather than a tool for analysis. In this form it has been spreading and popularising in highly diverse applications, but sometimes rather far removed from the initial concept. 

How important is it ???

Importantly, it outlines that in the new technological era, where Big Data and smartphone applications manipulate the world, we have to ensure and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all, especially for the poor traditional communities where the specific myths and legends went afar a meme, being transformed in particular egregores, influencing the collective thoughts. The development of our young people social and emotional abilities is integrated in the technological era, given the amount of time spent using high-tech devices. Therefore it is a sine qua non condition for the future Geosystems complex problem-solving strategies. Big Data and Artificial Intelligence have to increase the Geosystems collaborative actions and social cohesion for the environment protection and cultural ecosystem services development, helping people to detect genuine answers for the difficult issues that exist in our developing complex world.

This innovative approach examines interaction between global, social and human networks facilitating the analysis of entire Geosystems where the digital revolution is empowering the place-based activities extension for the wellbeing of all inhabitants. Ten years ago, traditional community members would have spent considerable amounts of time on webpage design and search engine connectivity to attract international tourists, but today’s enhanced and innovative platform makes it possible for any cosy home with hospitable sharing people to be on display instantaneously for free. This research shows that more localized indigenous Geosystems have higher resilience and adaptability because they have a strong egregore and access to technology. They also promote lifelong learning opportunities for all and are a part of functional transformative networks. This approach reflects the most important features for the critical functionality of the analysed individual Geosystems. Shabanova analysed methods of energy use in different environments, emphasizing the egregore subtle potential and efficiency.

With the innovative approach, the investigation of geographical space gains new dimensions in terms of Geosystem’s attribute identification, performance evaluation and the valorization of unique characteristics for its quality extension and extrapolation. The application of the invert geo-coding methodology allowed the semantic connotation disclosure of certain geo-sites such as Ogiek Community in Kenya, the Sphynx rock in Romania and the Ulrike Mountain near Bergen, in Norway

Taiwan Island represents one of the most balanced Geosystems in terms of dynamic equilibrium between the matter, energy and information fluxes. The analysis suggests that advantageous sites were chosen for human settlements and considerable value assigned to the indigenous organization in order to emphasize the local geographical space unique identities.

Google Maps smartphone application, NAVIK, an Indian GPS and GLONASS GPS systems were used for the selected geographical locations correlation analysis in order to identify and evaluate the indigenous Geosystems‘ common and unique functional attributes.

The islands of Lefkada, Thassos, Bali and Java have unique cultural heritages and exquisite geographical features. The sacred inland mountains are associated with ancient Gods, still worshiped by the local communities. The limestone sheer cliffs, the volcanic rocks and the emerald waters illustrate some of the world’s most beautiful beaches. 

Today’s geographical data availability substantially facilitates the Geosystem’s unique attributes identification and assessment. The system elements moving patterns were established from analysis in correlation with the Geosystem’s functional properties and unique attributes. This study’s geographical locations were chosen based on their Geosystem’s specific behavioral computation. The research revealed the indigenous people essential role in the protection and preservation processes of their living environments. The locals’ history, legends and myths confer authenticity to the geographical place.