Integrating Participatory Resource Mapping and Geographic Information Systems in Forest Conservation and Natural Resources Management in Cameroon: A Methodological Guide

The relevance of the research topic on the development and implementation of master’s programs geographic information systems of formation and use of lands of the natural fund of the regions is proved. The purpose of the study is to determine the directions and features of the development of the educational master's program geographic information systems of formation and use of lands of the natural fund of the regions. In accordance with the set goal the following tasks are solved: substantiation of components of the master's program on geoformation systems of formation and use of lands of natural fund of regions; characteristics of practical aspects of application of the master's program on geographic information systems of formation and use of lands of the natural fund of regions. The components of the master's program on geoformation systems of formation and use of lands of the natural fund of regions are determined. The objectives of the study within the framework of the master's program in geoformation systems of formation and use of lands of the natural fund of the regions are substantiated. The practical aspects of its implementation are determined. The modules of the master's program of formation and use of natural fund lands are offered: directions and features of application of geoformation systems in the field of formation and use of natural fund lands; methods and models used in geoformation analysis; directions and features of formation and use of natural fund lands; implementation of the system of formation and use of natural resources with the use of geographic information systems; development of scientifically sound recommendations for improving the efficiency of formation and use of natural resources. It is established that the development and implementation of a master's program in geographic information systems for the formation and use of natural resources allows the use of modern information systems to solve complex problems of land use, taking into account spatial, environmental and investment factors. On the basis of this program is the training of masters who implement the acquired knowledge in scientific and practical fields, which allows to create conditions for the development of areas of formation and use of natural resources.

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Conformación del mapa de ecosistemas del Valle del Cauca empleando Sistemas de Información Geográfica [Conformation of ecosystems map of Valle del Cauca department using geographic information systems]

Ventana informatica ◽

10.30554/ventanainform.22.207.2010 ◽

2010 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Ariana Mabeth Montoya Colonia

Keyword(s):

Information Systems ◽

Spatial Analysis ◽

Geographic Information Systems ◽

Natural Resources ◽

Geographic Information ◽

Digital Mapping ◽

Valle Del Cauca ◽

Sistemas De Informacion

Resumen Este artículo presenta una síntesis de la conformación del Mapa de Ecosistemas del departamento del Valle del Cauca a escala 1:100.000. El Mapa de Ecosistemas del Valle del Cauca surge de una propuesta metodológica desarrollada por los diferentes institutos nacionales que tienen a cargo el estudio y caracterización de los recursos naturales del país. La metodología parte del análisis y evaluación de la información biofísica del territorio que es integrada mediante el uso de Sistemas de Información Geográfica (SIG). Esta información incluye suelos, clima y cubertura de tierra, entre otros. En una segunda etapa, se establece un modelo para la evaluación sistemática de la interacción y dominancia de cada una de las variables consideradas. Finalmente se determinan áreas que posean similares características biofísicas que marquen y definan claramente cada uno de los ecosistemas existentes en el territorio. Parte de la relevancia del Mapa de Ecosistemas del departamento del Valle del Cauca reside en construir un insumo fundamental para la planeación y gestión de los recursos naturales en la región, misión que debe desarrollar la Corporación Autónoma Regional del Valle del Cauca (CVC) como autoridad ambiental en esta jurisdicción Palabras ClaveEcosistemas, SIG (Sistemas de Información Geográfica), Información Biofísica, Cartografía Digital, Análisis Espacial. AbstractThis paper presents a synopsis of the conformation of the Ecosystems Map of Valle del Cauca department at 1:100.000 scale. The Ecosystems Map of Valle del Cauca evolves from a methodological proposal developed by different national institutes in charge of the study and each of the variables considered. Finally, areas that have similar biophysical characteristic indicating and clearly defining each of the existing ecosystems in the territory are determined. Part of the Ecosystems Map of Valle del Cauca department, significance relies in being a fundamental input to manage and plan the natural resources in this department. These are responsibilities of the Corporación Autónoma Regional del Valle del Cauca (CVC), as environmental authority in this jurisdiction.Keywords Ecosystems, GIS (Geographic Information Systems), Biophysical Information, Digital Mapping, Spatial Analysis.

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IMPLICAÇÕES DO NOVO CÓDIGO FLORESTAL NO PLANEJAMENTO DO USO DO SOLO DA FAZENDA DE ENSINO, PESQUISA E EXTENSÃO

FLORESTA ◽

10.5380/rf.v44i2.31470 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 44 (2) ◽

pp. 271

Author(s):

Rafael Castro Crivelenti ◽

Célia Regina Paes Bueno ◽

Ana Paula Mijone ◽

Gabriel Ferreira Damasceno

Keyword(s):

Information Systems ◽

Geographic Information Systems ◽

Land Use Planning ◽

Forest Conservation ◽

Riparian Forest ◽

Biodiversity Loss ◽

Geographic Information ◽

Environmental Liabilities ◽

Forest Code ◽

Faculty Of Education

A ocupação do território nacional, por meio da exploração de recursos naturais, ocorre de maneira predatória. O desmatamento e abertura de novas fronteiras agrossilvipastoris têm sido práticas comuns. Porém essas atitudes implicam resultados adversos para o meio ambiente, como degradação dos solos e matas ciliares, assoreamento dos córregos e perda de biodiversidade. Considerando a importância da conservação das florestas, foi instituída a Lei 4.771/1965 (Código Florestal revogado). Entretanto, seus objetivos não obtiveram sucesso devido ao passivo ambiental observado atualmente nas propriedades rurais. Dessa forma, uma nova lei florestal (Lei n° 12.651/2012) foi aprovada. Diante desse cenário de mudanças, o objetivo do presente artigo foi verificar as implicações da adequação ambiental na Faculdade de Ensino, Pesquisa e Extensão (FEPE) em relação às duas legislações existentes. O levantamento das informações ambientais foi realizado com o histórico de uso do solo por meio de fotografias áreas. A partir desses dados, foram elaborados os mapas da propriedade, com o auxílio de sistemas de informações geográficas (SIG). Foi observado que, segundo a legislação aprovada em 2012, houve uma redução da área protegida de reserva legal (50%). Por outro lado, houve um aumento de 323% de vegetação nativa nas áreas protegidas e de uso pleno nos últimos 40 anos.Palavras-chave: Zoneamento ambiental; sistemas de informações geográficas; áreas de preservação. AbstractImplications of the new forest code on land use planning of a farm of education, research and extension. The occupation of the country, through the exploration of natural resources occurs in a predatory way. Deforestation and opening of new frontiers has been a common practice. The deforestation has been a common practice. However, these results imply adverse attitudes to the environment such as degradation of soils and riparian forest, siltation of streams and biodiversity loss. Considering the importance of forest conservation, Law 4.771/1965 was instituted. However, its goals were not successful because of environmental liabilities currently observed in the farms. Thus, a new law (Law no. 12.651/2012) was approved. According to this scenario, the objective of this article was to investigate the implications of environmental compliance at the Faculty of Education and Research (FEPE) compared to the two existing laws. The survey of environmental information was based on historical use of land areas through photographs. Based on these data were drawn maps of the property with the help of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). It was observed that, according to the law proposed in 2012, there was a reduction in the protected area of legal reserve (50%). On the other hand, there was an increase of 323% of native vegetation in protected areas and of full use of the last 40 years.Keywords: Environmental zoning; geographic information systems; areas of preservation.

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