The California EPA used geospatial analysis to locate dry cleaning soil contamination and prioritize remediation efforts. A map is used to direct tasks for water sampling and soil borings and see toxic sample outcomes. Read more
Researchers from Woods Hole Research Center mapped and analyzed river chemistry in the Congo River Basin with GIS. The project supported the Global River Projects, which collects data about the earth’s primary rivers. Read more
Hampton Roads Sanitation District monitors the application of biosolids to the district’s farmlands to make sure federal, state, and local regulation guidelines are met. Previously, the district used field site books containing maps and correspondence. By migrating this information to GIS, the district now keeps information updated and reporting accurate. Read more
To meet Canada’s obligation under the Kyoto Protocol, researchers used GIS to measure carbon loss from deforestation. An online tool allows citizens to report environmental deterioration. Read more