Hierarchical Multi-Scale Monitoring of Illegal Wastewater Discharges: Integrated Satellite, UAV, and In Situ Observations at Lake Avernus (Italy)
Environmental monitoring of freshwater ecosystems faces significant challenges in detecting illicit wastewater discharges, which often remain unrecognized due to their intermittent nature and limited spatial footprint. This study presents a novel integrated strategy combining satellite remote sensing, Unmanned Aerial V...