Useful spatial data available for free on the web

Useful spatial data available for free on the web

In the last few years, technology has advanced significantly, and this is also the case for Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The tools designed to capture, analyse, manage, and present spatial or geographic data on a large scale, have now become essential tools...
Aquatic GIS Applications

Aquatic GIS Applications

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are a tool for making and using spatial information from a diverse array of sources. GIS can be used for the visualisation of data, helping to analyse spatial relationships and interactions and assist in problem-solving and...
GIS in Agriculture

GIS in Agriculture

In the early 1960s the first Geographical Information System (GIS) was developed by the Canadians to store geospatial data and produce maps for the Canadian Land Inventory. This data provided an indication of the land’s capability to support agriculture, wildlife,...