Análisis multitemporal de la cobertura vegetal en los cerros orientales de Bogotá entre Usaquén y Chapinero mediante percepción remota y ArcGIS Pro (2013–2023)

Abstract

The eastern hills of Bogotá constitute a strategic ecosystem that fulfills fundamental functions for the city's environmental balance, including water regulation, biodiversity conservation, and slope stability. However, rapid urban growth and land-use changes have generated significant modifications in vegetation cover, affecting the capacity of these areas to maintain their ecosystem services. Faced with this problem, multi-temporal analysis of vegetation cover using remote sensing techniques and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is presented as an effective tool for understanding the magnitude and distribution of changes that have occurred over the last decade. The use of satellite imagery and spectral indices allows for the objective evaluation of variables related to vegetation vigor, soil moisture, and the overall state of the ecosystems, providing reliable information for decision-making. Likewise, the integration of computational tools and spatial analysis platforms facilitates process automation and the reproducibility of results, strengthening long-term environmental monitoring. Consideration of topographic factors is equally relevant to ensure accurate interpretations in mountainous environments. Consequently, the application of geospatial methodologies contributes to the design of more effective conservation and territorial planning strategies, aimed at protecting the Eastern Hills and promoting urban development compatible with environmental sustainabilit