Aridity and Soil Erosion in the Southeast of the Iberian Peninsula: A Review

Sanchez-Sanchez, Miguel Angel , Albacete, Alfonso

2026-03-18 SOIL SYSTEMS 2026   10(卷), 3(期), (null页)

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  • Climate change brings about changes in precipitation and temperatures, significantly increasing aridity in many areas. The southeast of the Iberian Peninsula is affected by climate change and increased aridity, which, together with anthropogenic factors, has increased the area affected by erosion. It is interesting to learn about aspects of aridity, desertification, and erosion in the southeast of the Iberian Peninsula. A literature review was conducted on issues related to climate change, aridity, desertification, and erosion, focusing on the southeast of the peninsula. In addition, field visits were made to verify some of the situations described in the literature. The results highlight the relationships among climate change, aridity, desertification, and erosion, and illustrate their impacts on the landscape and territory of the southeastern Iberian Peninsula. Furthermore, the results indicated a clear anthropogenic influence on the aridity-desertification-erosion loop. There has been a notable and rapid increase in erosion and aridification. Aridity is closely linked to erosion, and its harmful effects on soils in the southeastern Iberian Peninsula have intensified significantly.