The Power of Geospatial Technologies: How They Can Help the World (Part 1)
1. Disaster management
Geospatial technologies have revolutionized the way we approach disaster management. With their ability to collect, analyze, and visualize data from various sources, these technologies offer a powerful tool for predicting, monitoring, and responding to natural disasters. By maximizing the power of geospatial technologies, we can enhance our understanding of these catastrophic events and take proactive measures to mitigate their impact on human lives and infrastructure.
These technologies enable us to accurately map and model disaster-prone areas, allowing us to identify vulnerable populations and critical infrastructure that may be at risk. Additionally, geospatial technologies can facilitate real-time communication and coordination among emergency responders, enabling more efficient and effective disaster response efforts.
For example, geospatial technologies can utilize satellite imagery to monitor changes in sea surface temperature and atmospheric conditions, allowing for more accurate hurricane predictions. These technologies can also analyze topographic data to identify areas prone to landslides or assess the risk of earthquake-induced liquefaction. Additionally, geospatial technologies can integrate data from social media platforms and other sources to provide real-time updates on disaster impacts and facilitate targeted response efforts. Geospatial technologies have proven to be invaluable tools in disaster management and response.
Here is an example of a journal article or website that is related to this subtopic:
- Study of sea level rise using altimetry satellite (A case study: Sea of Semarang)
- GIS-based landslide susceptibility mapping and assessment using bivariate statistical methods in Simada area, northwestern Ethiopia
- Development of Social Media GIS to Support Information Utilization from Normal Times to Disaster Outbreak Times
2. Urban planning and development
The utilization of geospatial technology in urban and regional planning has become commonplace. Geospatial technology provides accurate and up-to-date spatial data for a particular area, which can be employed in the planning process. GIS (Geographic Information Systems) systems, such as Google Earth Engine, QGIS, ArcGIS, and others, are extensively utilized for analyzing the spatial conditions of an area and formulating policies based on the conclusions drawn from these analyses. Among the commonly used geospatial technologies for analysis, Google Earth Engine, QGIS, ArcGIS, etc., are prominent. Meanwhile, satellite imagery stands out as the most accessible and widely used spatial data for such purposes.
The use of geospatial technology can be employed for various analyses in regional and urban planning. The combination of remote sensing technology and machine learning enables the rapid and easy determination of land cover in a particular area. Furthermore, geospatial technology allows for the monitoring of changes and predictions of land cover over the coming years. The process of monitoring the development of regions, infrastructure, and sustainable activities can also be easily conducted using geospatial technology. In fact, there is a growing connection with the emerging concept of a digital twin, which enhances the dimensions of regional planning. The following are several scientific articles discussing the utilization of geospatial technology for regional and urban planning.
- Using GIS and Machine Learning to Classify Residential Status of Urban Buildings in Low and Middle Income Settings
- Remote Sensing and GIS Techniques in Monitoring Land Use Land Cover Change
- Digital Twin Approaches and Strategies for Urban Planning
Closing
The integration of geospatial technology not only streamlines processes but also opens new possibilities for informed decision-making, paving the way for a more sustainable and resilient future. Many aspect of our life can enhanced by this technologies. Next, in part 2 we will discuss the utilization of geospatial technology in the fields of environment and health.
