scholarly journals A spatial decision support system for enhancing resilience to floods. Bridging resilience modeling and geovisualization techniques

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Charlotte Heinzlef ◽  
Vincent Becue ◽  
Damien Serre
Keyword(s):  
Decision Support ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Decision Support Tool ◽  
Assessment Method ◽  
Spatial Decision Support System ◽  
Urban Resilience ◽  
Spatial Decision Support ◽  
Urban Flood ◽  
Support Tool ◽  
Resilience Indicators

Abstract. In the context of climate change and increasing urbanization, floods are considerably affecting urban areas. The concept of urban resilience may be an interesting means of responding to urban flood issues. The objective of this research is to propose a spatial decision support tool based on geovisualization techniques and a resilience assessment method. The goal is to localize the level of resilience modeled in different territories. The methodology proposed consists in integrating three resilience indicators applied to a case study in Avignon (Provence Alpes Côte d'Azur Region, France) and the use of geovisualization techniques: using GIS for data processing and analysis, visualization, mapping and model processing. The methodology integrates decision-making by identifying characteristics capable of improving urban resilience and facilitating its understanding using a visual tool. The results demonstrate the usefulness of modeling resilience using geovisualization techniques to identify the potential for local resilience, integrate local stakeholders into a process of clarifying the concept through the contribution of visualization, and consider easier access to this concept based on data analysis, processing and visualization through the design of maps.

scholarly journals A spatial decision support system for enhancing resilience to floods: bridging resilience modelling and geovisualization techniques

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 1049-1068 ◽  
Author(s):  
Charlotte Heinzlef ◽  
Vincent Becue ◽  
Damien Serre
Keyword(s):  
Decision Support ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Decision Support Tool ◽  
Assessment Method ◽  
Spatial Decision Support System ◽  
Urban Resilience ◽  
Spatial Decision Support ◽  
Urban Flood ◽  
Support Tool ◽  
Resilience Indicators

Abstract. In the context of climate change and increasing urbanization, floods are considerably affecting urban areas. The concept of urban resilience may be an interesting means of responding to urban flood issues. The objective of this research is to propose a spatial decision support tool based on geovisualization techniques and a resilience assessment method. The goal is to localize the level of resilience modelled in different territories. The methodology proposed consists of integrating three resilience indicators applied to a case study in Avignon (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, France) and the use of geovisualization techniques: using GIS for data processing and analysis, visualization, mapping, and model processing. The methodology integrates decision-making by identifying characteristics capable of improving urban resilience and facilitating its understanding using a visual tool. The results demonstrate the usefulness of modelling resilience using geovisualization techniques to identify the potential for local resilience; integrate local stakeholders into a process of clarifying the concept through the contribution of visualization; and consider easier access to this concept based on data analysis, processing and visualization through the design of maps.

scholarly journals Operationalizing Urban Resilience to Floods in Island Territories—Application in Punaauia, French Polynesia

Water ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 337
Author(s):  
Yoann Lamaury ◽  
Jérémy Jessin ◽  
Charlotte Heinzlef ◽  
Damien Serre
Keyword(s):  
Decision Support ◽  
Collaborative Work ◽  
Decision Support Tool ◽  
French Polynesia ◽  
Assessment Method ◽  
Small Island ◽  
Urban Resilience ◽  
Urban Flood ◽  
Support Tool ◽  
Social Components

In the context of climate change and increasing urbanization, Small Island Developing States are increasingly vulnerable to natural disasters. In response to urbanization in at risk areas, the concept of territorial resilience has potential as an approach to urban flood issues. The objective of this research is to develop a spatial decision support tool based on a collaborative assessment method of territorial resilience. The proposed methodology consists of: the adaptation to the French Polynesian context, three existing resilience assessment methods applied to a case study in the Punaruu Valley’s (Punaauia, French Polynesia) and the use of geovisualization techniques: use of GIS for data processing and analysis, visualization, mapping and model processing. This methodology integrates the technical, urban and social components of the territory, while highlighting the various levers available to improve territorial resilience and facilitate its understanding through collaborative work efforts and the use of a visual tool. The results demonstrate the reproducibility of these methods for assessing resilience in French Polynesia. They underline the potential of a collaborative approach to highlight critical infrastructures and generate possible decision support to improve the territory’s ability to function despite a disruption and the ability to rebuild following this disruption.

A decision support tool for the assessment of air quality in urban areas: An application for Athens, Greece

1999 ◽  
Vol 69 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 31-42
Author(s):  
D. Deligiorgi ◽  
C. Cartalis ◽  
G. Kouroupetroglou ◽  
C. Moutselos ◽  
E. Kambitsi
Keyword(s):  
Decision Support ◽  
Air Quality ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Decision Support Tool ◽  
Support Tool

Analysing urban resilience through alternative stormwater management options: application of the conceptual Spatial Decision Support System model at the neighbourhood scale

2013 ◽  
Vol 68 (11) ◽  
pp. 2448-2457 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Balsells ◽  
B. Barroca ◽  
J. R. Amdal ◽  
Y. Diab ◽  
V. Becue ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Decision Support ◽  
Decision Support System ◽  
Support System ◽  
Stormwater Management ◽  
Spatial Decision Support System ◽  
Urban Resilience ◽  
Spatial Decision Support ◽  
Framework Analysis ◽  
Management Options ◽  
Neighbourhood Scale

Recent changes in cities and their environments, caused by rapid urbanisation and climate change, have increased both flood probability and the severity of flooding. Consequently, there is a need for all cities to adapt to climate and socio-economic changes by developing new strategies for flood risk management. Following a risk paradigm shift from traditional to more integrated approaches, and considering the uncertainties of future urban development, one of the main emerging tasks for city managers becomes the development of resilient cities. However, the meaning of the resilience concept and its operability is still not clear. The goal of this research is to study how urban engineering and design disciplines can improve resilience to floods in urban neighbourhoods. This paper presents the conceptual Spatial Decision Support System (DS3) model which we consider a relevant tool to analyse and then implement resilience into neighbourhood design. Using this model, we analyse and discuss alternative stormwater management options at the neighbourhood scale in two specific areas: Rotterdam and New Orleans. The results obtained demonstrate that the DS3 model confirmed in its framework analysis that stormwater management systems can positively contribute to the improved flood resilience of a neighbourhood.

scholarly journals Integrating ecosystem services into spatial planning—A spatial decision support tool

2017 ◽  
Vol 165 ◽  
pp. 206-219 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adrienne Grêt-Regamey ◽  
Jürg Altwegg ◽  
Elina A. Sirén ◽  
Maarten J. van Strien ◽  
Bettina Weibel
Keyword(s):  
Decision Support ◽  
Ecosystem Services ◽  
Spatial Planning ◽  
Decision Support Tool ◽  
Spatial Decision Support ◽  
Support Tool

scholarly journals Analyzing the Usability of an Argumentation Map as a Participatory Spatial Decision Support Tool

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christopher L Sidlar ◽  
Claus Rinner
Keyword(s):  
Decision Support ◽  
User Satisfaction ◽  
Decision Support Tool ◽  
General Level ◽  
Spatial Decision Support ◽  
Support Tool ◽  
University Of Toronto ◽  
Usability Analysis ◽  
The University

Argumentation Maps support participants in geographically referenced debates as they occur, for example, as part of urban planning processes. In a quasi-naturalistic case study, 11 student participants discussed planning issues on the University of Toronto downtown campus. The analysis of this case study focuses on general usability aspects of an Argumentation Map prototype, such as cost of entry, efficiency, interactivity, and connectivity. By applying usability analysis methods from the field of human-computer interaction, we evaluate the learnability, memorability, and user satisfaction with this tool’s functionality. Our findings indicate that the participants were generally satisfied, but we include specific suggestions for improving the functionality of Argumentation Maps, e.g., with respect to map navigation, display of discussion contributions, and online status of participants. On a more general level, this case study contributes to the methods spectrum of research into participatory spatial decision support systems as an example of user testing in a realistic decision-making context.

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