Description
GIS for Sustainable Development
Coordinator: Campagna Michele
Language: English
Subjects for GIS for Sustainable Development:
Keywords
Data Set; Spatial Multimedia; Spatial Microsimulation; Public Administration; Spatial Decision Support System; Spatial Data Infrastructure; Environmental Issues; DMS; Microsimulation Models; GIS Software; Geoinformation Products; NMA; Can; Oak Park; Geographic Objects; Da Ta; Data; Spatial Data; RS Data; Sustainable Hazards Mitigation; Spatial Microsimulation Models; GIS Application; Urban CA; Place Name; DrMS
Publication date: 06-2020
· 15.6x23.4 cm · Paperback
Publication date: 08-2005
450 p. · 15.6x23.4 cm · Hardback
Description
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GIS for Sustainable Development examines how GIS applications can improve collaboration in decision making among those involved in promoting sustainable development. This volume reviews leading GIScience, providing an overview of research topics and applications that enable GIS newcomers and professionals to apply GIScience methods to sustainable spatial planning.
Divided into three parts, the book begins with an introduction to the issues of sustainability, focusing on concepts concerning GIS adoption and use within public organizations that are planning development. Part II focuses on GIScience methods, which can be used to support sustainable development and solve environmental problems. Part III presents research projects and best practices relating to different areas of application within the field.
This text provides the latest research findings, delivers complete references to related publications, and supplies you with a complete reference framework for each topic.
