The complex real-world interactions between the economy and the environment form both the focus of and main barrier to applied research within the field of environmental economics. However, geographical information systems (GIS) allow economists to tackle such complexity head on by directly incorporating diverse datasets into applied research rather than resorting to simplifying and often unrealistic assumptions. This innovative book applies GIS techniques to spatial cost-benefit analysis of a complex and topical land use change problem--the conversion of agricultural land to multipurpose...
The complex real-world interactions between the economy and the environment form both the focus of and main barrier to applied research within the fie...
With various applications increasing all over the world, GIS for Environmental Decision-Making highlights innovations related to new sources of data, advancements in analytical techniques, and involvement in public communication and participative processes. This text provides an up-to-date overview of the use of GIS, complementing introductory texts by presenting more advanced material. Including numerous examples of GIS in different countries, it presents key aspects of environmental GIS with an emphasis on important research directions and future challenges. This book features...
With various applications increasing all over the world, GIS for Environmental Decision-Making highlights innovations related to new sources of dat...
