Vegetation Index Analysis Using the NDVI (Normalized Difference Vegetation Index) Method from SPOT 7 Imagery in Simeulue Regency

Authors

  • Natasya Kaila Putri Department of Geography Education, Faculty of Social Sciences, Universitas Negeri Medan, Indonesia Author
  • Sabda Yanti Pasaribu Department of Geography Education, Faculty of Social Sciences, Universitas Negeri Medan, Indonesia Author
  • Grace Mercy Epsilon Hia Department of Geography Education, Faculty of Social Sciences, Universitas Negeri Medan, Indonesia Author
  • Popy Ardian Ningsih Zega Department of Geography Education, Faculty of Social Sciences, Universitas Negeri Medan, Indonesia Author
  • Zulfajri Zulfajri Department of Geography Education, Faculty of Social Sciences, Universitas Negeri Medan, Indonesia Author https://orcid.org/0009-0003-3781-9378
  • Ayi Priana Agrotechnology Study Program, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Udaya, Indonesia Author https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9545-6630

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63639/zrntdx95

Keywords:

Vegetasi, NDVI, SPOT 7, Simeulue

Abstract

Vegetation cover is a crucial component for ecosystem stability in island regions such as Simeulue Regency. This study aims to map vegetation density using NDVI analysis from SPOT 7 2022 satellite imagery in Simeulue Regency. Data processing was performed using ArcGIS 10.8 software, with the study area covering the districts of West Simeulue, Central Simeulue, and Teluk Dalam. NDVI classification refers to five categories based on Ministry of Forestry regulations. The analysis revealed that the High Vegetation class dominates the area, reaching 29,162.21 ha (69.67%), reflecting the still dense vegetation conditions. Non-Vegetation Areas are the second largest, covering 11,445.68 ha (27.34%), dominated by water bodies. Other vegetation classes have very small percentages, marking transition areas. Although green cover remains dominant, the presence of extensive non-vegetation land requires an integrated environmental management strategy to support sustainable development.

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2026-04-13

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Vegetation Index Analysis Using the NDVI (Normalized Difference Vegetation Index) Method from SPOT 7 Imagery in Simeulue Regency. (2026). YKP JOURNAL, 1(4), 194-200. https://doi.org/10.63639/zrntdx95