Land degradation (LD) is a severe and well-known global concern. Therefore, this review aimed to find broader connections between LD and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This literature review aims to synthesize the definitions, processes, assessments, and challenges associated with LD. Furthermore, we developed a universally applicable and concise definition of LD that links a wide range of contexts and studies. Specifically, we categorized LD-related processes into physical, chemical, and biological processes and synthesized 20 methods/formulas used in the assessment of LD. Finally, we synthesized the most significant challenges in the context of the resolution of LD and provided corresponding recommendations. The review also identified the main SDG targets that LD directly affects and the role of LD in relation to the SDGs. Overall, we expect this literature review to be a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners aiming to obtain a comprehensive understanding of LD. The findings of this study shed light on various aspects of LD concerning the SDGs. The LD and the SDGs' processes, challenges, and interactions can be a valuable resource for researchers and policymakers. The information can facilitate sustainable and scientifically rooted use of land resources and provide knowledge and advice on combating LD to reach the specific SDGs associated with LD.

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可持续发展目标背景下的土地退化综合


土地退化（LD）是一个严重且众所周知的全球问题。因此，本次审查旨在寻找LD与可持续发展目标（SDG）之间更广泛的联系。本文献综述旨在综合与 LD 相关的定义、过程、评估和挑战。此外，我们还制定了一个普遍适用且简洁的 LD 定义，将广泛的背景和研究联系起来。具体来说，我们将LD相关过程分为物理、化学和生物过程，并综合了20种用于LD评估的方法/公式。最后，我们总结了解决 LD 方面最重大的挑战，并提出了相应的建议。审查还确定了可持续发展直接影响的主要可持续发展目标以及可持续发展目标中可持续发展目标的作用。总的来说，我们希望这篇文献综述能够成为研究人员和实践者全面了解 LD 的宝贵资源。这项研究的结果揭示了与可持续发展目标相关的可持续发展的各个方面。可持续发展和可持续发展目标的进程、挑战和相互作用可以成为研究人员和政策制定者的宝贵资源。这些信息可以促进土地资源的可持续和科学利用，并提供防治土地退化的知识和建议，以实现与土地退化相关的具体可持续发展目标。