Making Sense of Human Ecology Mapping: An Overview of Approaches to Integrating Socio-Spatial Data into Environmental Planning

McLain, Rebecca J.; Poe, Melissa R.; Biedenweg, Kelly; Cerveny, Lee K.; Besser, Diane; Blahna, Dale J.

doi:10.1007/s10745-013-9573-0

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“…Dog management scenarios differed from fencing and mooring buoy scenarios in that they primarily involved modeling of place and involved little spatial modeling. Places can have fuzzy boundaries that are not always easily defined spatially (Collins and Kearns, 2010;McLain et al, 2013), and such was true for the dog scenarios where even though models were assigned locations (i.e., dogs, owners, and Parks Canada staff), it was generally understood that they would not be bound to these locations in the realworld. In contrast, fencing and mooring buoys were highly spatial in nature, and most agreed that some form of visual media would be useful for these scenarios (i.e., maps, if not the geovisualization).…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Visualizing Our Options for Coastal Places: Exploring Realistic Immersive Geovisualizations as Tools for Inclusive Approaches to Coastal Planning and Management

2017

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Effective coastal planning is inclusive and incorporates the variety of user needs, values and interests associated with coastal environments. Realistic, immersive geographic visualizations, i.e., geovisualizations, can serve as potentially powerful tools for facilitating such planning because they can provide diverse groups with vivid understandings of how they would feel about certain management outcomes or impacts if transpired in real places. However, the majority of studies in this area have focused on terrestrial environments, and research on applications of such tools in the coastal and marine contexts is in its infancy. The current study aims to advance such research by examining the potential a land-to-sea geovisualization has to serve as a tool for inclusive coastal planning efforts. The research uses Sidney Spit Park (BC, Canada) as a study site, and a realistic, dynamic geovisualization of the park was developed (using Unity3D) that allows users to interact with and navigate it through the first-person perspective. Management scenarios were developed based on discussions with Parks Canada, and these scenarios included fencing around vegetation areas, positioning of mooring buoys, and management of dog activity within the park. Scenarios were built into the geovisualization in a manner that allows users to toggle different options. Focus groups were then assembled, involving residents of the Capital Regional District (BC, Canada), and participants explored and provided feedback on the scenarios. Findings from the study demonstrate the geovisualization's usefulness for assessing certain qualities of scenarios, such as aesthetics and functionality of fencing options and potential viewshed impacts associated with different mooring boat locations. In addition, the study found that incorporating navigability into the geovisualization proved to be valuable for understanding scenarios that hold implications for the marine environment due to user ability to cross the land-sea interface and experience underwater places. Furthermore, this research demonstrated that building scenarios within a realistic geovisualization required modeling place-based characteristics (including soundscape) as well as spatial properties. This approach can allow users the ability to more comprehensively assess scenarios and consider potential options.

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Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Visualizing Our Options for Coastal Places: Exploring Realistic Immersive Geovisualizations as Tools for Inclusive Approaches to Coastal Planning and Management

2017

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“…Marine spatial data is mainly used as a basis for decision-making [13][14][15][16][17]. By the establishment of an effective MSDI, MSP becomes extended functionality, with benefits to both sides.…”

Section: Marine Spatial Data Infrastructurementioning

confidence: 99%

Stakeholders Needs Requisite Analysis: Towards Croatian Marine Spatial Data Infrastructure Establishment

2018

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National Marine Spatial Data Infrastructure (MSDI) in the Republic of Croatia has not yet been implemented. This paper examines the requirements and needs of future MSDI stakeholders, using a multidisciplinary approach. The paper describes the testing procedures, how to use the interview method, survey and research results. Survey sample was made up of providers and users of marine spatial data in Croatia, considering also future MSDI stakeholders (government and private sector, research institutions and non-governmental organizations). The aim was to investigate the needs for the MSDI implementation, which in Croatia does not exist at the moment. However, results of our research show that the need for this kind of infrastructure is very high and justified. Results and collected information will be the basis for creation of the MSDI geoportal prototype.

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“…In fact, environmentally conscious land use scenarios can play an important role in promoting a pattern of sustainable spatial planning. Additionally, spatialization and visualization of spatial data can ensure an effective and rational decision making process [10][11][12].…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Planning Support Systems (PSS)-Based Spatial Plan Alternatives and Environmental Assessment

Choi

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2016

Sustainability

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Spatial planning is at the core of national land and urban development. Many countries and cities seek sustainable development through various means such as coordinated environmental planning, environmental assessment, and internalization of environmental analysis and planning. A Planning Support System (PSS) is a GIS (Geographic Information System)-based, spatial decision-making support system that incorporates a variety of theories and pertinent models. This study adopted the "What if?" model to design an alternative spatial plan that includes generation of predictive scenarios and is relatively easy to use. In the cities studied, we identified a total of six scenarios based on the main drivers of development-namely, population and spatial policies. Subsequently, we assessed the alternatives for their environmental impact, preparing sensitivity maps for each major environmental issue in the target area (natural ecosystem, air and microclimate, natural disasters). One projected advantage of the "What if?" model is that its digital visualization of proposed plans may improve public awareness and involvement. Furthermore, the tool is expected to be highly useful in ensuring the objectivity of quantitative analyses. However, it is necessary to develop a PSS that is both standardized and tailored to the particular needs of each area. Finally, the development of an e-governance system will be beneficial in ensuring public access to the decision making process.

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Making Sense of Human Ecology Mapping: An Overview of Approaches to Integrating Socio-Spatial Data into Environmental Planning

Cited by 81 publications

References 76 publications

Visualizing Our Options for Coastal Places: Exploring Realistic Immersive Geovisualizations as Tools for Inclusive Approaches to Coastal Planning and Management

Visualizing Our Options for Coastal Places: Exploring Realistic Immersive Geovisualizations as Tools for Inclusive Approaches to Coastal Planning and Management

Stakeholders Needs Requisite Analysis: Towards Croatian Marine Spatial Data Infrastructure Establishment

Planning Support Systems (PSS)-Based Spatial Plan Alternatives and Environmental Assessment

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