Coupling coordination analysis of arid oasis productivity and urbanization: A case study of the Tumochuan Plain, the Hetao Plain and the Ningxia Plain, China

Key Points

• Oasis productivity showed a significant relationship with urbanization metrics, indicating spatial interdependence.
• Key findings include a coupling coordination degree of 0.75 across the Tumochuan and Hetao Plains, emphasizing regional agricultural impacts.
• Coupling coordination analysis was conducted across three arid plains, utilizing environmental data to assess productivity-urbanization dynamics.
• Highlights the need for sustainable urban planning in arid regions to balance productivity and developmental pressures.