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GIS for Environmental Impact Analysis
Environmental Impact Analysis (EIA) is the assessment of the influence that a plan, policy or program might have or had on the environment while it was implemented. The purpose of this assessment is to help governments or non-governmental organizations to decide whether to proceed with the project or not. Simply put, it impacts the development of a sustainable economy. Over the past few decades, the idea of monitoring the impact human activities have on the environment has spread worldwide and has been recognized by decision-makers and the global community.
GIS in environmental impact assessment is the main tool to visualize environmental impact information and put all the relevant data in a comprehensible presentation. Putting the robust information on map layers and analyzing it through GIS is especially beneficial since it saves big time on research that companies have to conduct. Additionally, it can help to comply with environmental legislation and other limitations.
EIA GIS data
Besides convenient data layering and analyzing hypothetical effects, GIS can also be an effective spatial tool for planning. For instance, with the help of GIS we can identify the perfect spots for exceptional objects like waste disposal factories or cemeteries. For this, specialists conduct screening (finding out whether the research is needed or not), scoping (identifying the main issues), prediction and mitigation (defining suggestions), management and monitoring, auditing, and public participation. Aspectum software can support these projects on any stage.
EIA mapping
Almost anything we, humans, do has its impact on the environment whether it’s going to be highways, factories, pipes, airports, or farms. Depending on the type of project, EIA comes in different forms and shapes. Usually, this impact can be calculated and featured in numbers. However, numbers are nowhere near as comprehensive as visuals. This is where maps come into place. With Aspectum mapping software you can clearly see where things are happening, to what extent, and how fast the picture changes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the environmental impact analysis?
It evaluates the impact human activity has on the environment on a given territory. It calculates both beneficial and adverse effects and includes dozens of aspects from soil quality to noize pollution.
How is GIS used in EIA?
GIS is used in the field for structuring, analyzing, and mapping the information so that processes would be displayed and visualized for further decision-making.