TS05J: GIS FOR SUSTAINABLE (GEO-)SPATIAL PLANNING [10592]

Commission: 3 & 8
Chair: Geom. Cromwell Manaloto, Italy
Rapporteur: Mr. Markus Schaffert, Germany


In a constantly changing society, it is advisable to interpret the data of the territory, and to identify the challenges of balances economic growth that should be addressed, considering the needs and preferences of the inhabitants. This technical session will focus on the study of current and future GIS - and other digital tools - for geospatial planning, services, applications, and standards to ensure a future that supports a sustainable world..

Guiding Questions for Discussions:

• Are the current fit for purpose approaches to spatial planning fit for purpose?
• How can these approaches to transferred across regions?

Leonard Anyan-Darko and Priscilla Djaba (Ghana):
Analysing the Aftermath of the Weija Dam Spillage Using Geographic Information Systems (11807)
[abstract] [paper] [handouts]

Tingneyuc Sekac (Papua New Guinea), Jana Sujoy Kumar (India), Nosare Maika and Sammy Aiau (Papua New Guinea):
Geospatial Technology for Hydropower Site Selection and Rural Electrification Supply-Demand Analysis - A Case Study in the Yabem/Mape Rural of Finschhafen District, Papua New Guinea (11822)
[abstract] [paper] [handouts]
This is a peer reviewed paper.

Mirian Nzoputachi Marshall, Njike Chigbu, Raphael Ike Ndukwu, Samuel Ogwo Ukangwa and Maduabughichi Divine Okezie (Nigeria):
Urban Land-Use Change Detection Using Multi-Temporal Satellite Imageries: a Case Study of Isuikwuato Local Government Area in Abia State. (11893)
[abstract] [paper] [handouts]
This is a peer reviewed paper.

Leonardo Franchi (Italy):
Real-Time Mapping of the Waterways Network (11978)
[abstract] [paper] [handouts]

Nander Yang (China, PR):
GIS Spatial Analysis Based Solutions for the Electricity Industry (11993)
[abstract] [paper] [handouts]

Priscilla Djaba and Stephen Djaba (Ghana):
A Geo-Spatial Approach to Resolving Illegal Mining Activities in Ghana (12157)
[abstract] [paper] [handouts]

Godfred Owusu Amoako (Ghana):
Impact of Surface Mining on Food Security in Amansie West and South Districts of Ghana (12195)
[abstract] [paper] [handouts]