Geospatial Analytics for Environmental Pollution Modeling (eBook)

This book aims to provide a comprehensive study on various aspects of environmental pollution dynamics using geospatial technology and modeling techniques. The utility of geospatial technology will be demonstrated for the effective study of environmental pollution, as space and location are very important for effective environmental health surveillance. The timeliness of the work is due to the increasing relevance of geospatial technology applications in environmental health investigations. Moreover, different types of pollution are covered in detail, including air and soil, all of which are analyzed using latest Remote Sensing and GIS technology. The basics of environmental pollution and its impacts are covered in the book's first part, while the second part focuses on the use of geospatial technology in investigating and modeling various instances of environmental pollution. The third part discusses policy measures for mitigating environmental pollution hazards, using geospatial analyses and data to craft informed policy decisions. The primary audience for the book is researchers working in the field of environmental pollution with incorporation of geospatial technology, including upper-level undergraduate and graduate students taking courses in remote sensing and its environmental applications. The secondary audience is academicians, planners, environmentalists and policymakers working in the field of environment protection and management.

?Fayma Mushtaq is working as Geospatial Analyst at Department of Ecology, Environment and Remote Sensing, Government of Jammu and Kashmir. She is an adept GIS professional with Post-Doctorate in Remote Sensing & GIS. She graduated with an M.Sc. in Remote Sensing & GIS from Jiwaji University, Gwalior, as gold medalist. She earned her Ph.D. degree from Department of Remote sensing, Birla Institute of Technology Mesra, Ranchi. She utilizes Geospatial technologies and analytical methods to conduct innovative research, develop solutions, and work with stakeholders to address the complex environmental issues. She has 11 publications in reputed International Peer Reviewed Journals besides having 7 conference publications, 2 book chapters and 5 scientific reports to her credit. Her expertise and research interests include Spatial Analysis and Modelling (Predictive / Regression), Image Processing Climate Change Vulnerability and Risk Assessment, Water Quality Assessment, Lightning Activity Studies, Policy Documentation, etc.