1st Edition

GIS for Sustainable Development

Edited By Michele Campagna Copyright 2006
    556 Pages
    by CRC Press

    556 Pages 150 B/W Illustrations
    by CRC Press

    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.  

    General issues for GI use in planning sustainable development. GIS research perspectives for sustainable development planning. Learning from practice: GIS as a tool in planning sustainable development.

    Biography

    Michele Campagna