The Role of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) as an Effective Tool in Environmental Planning and Management

Shuaibu Dabo; Mohammed Baba Jibril; Habibat Suberu; Murjanatu Garba Ayawa

Authors

Shuaibu Dabo Department of Geography, School of Secondary Education, Federal College of Education, Kontagora, Niger State. Author
Mohammed Baba Jibril Department of Geography, School of Secondary Education, Federal College of Education, Kontagora, Niger State. Author
Habibat Suberu Department of Geography, School of Secondary Education, Federal College of Education, Kontagora, Niger State. Author
Murjanatu Garba Ayawa Department of Geography, School of Secondary Education, Federal College of Education, Kontagora, Niger State. Author

Abstract

The role of Geographical Information System (GIS) in Environmental Management is extremely important to human life because of its contributions to environmental protection, resource conservation and sustainable development. In our modern society, understanding the information on variability and features of environmental issues is necessary to support decision-makers in establishing environmental management plans. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is one of the most popular tools in storing, analyzing, and visualizing data relating to geographically referenced information which can support decision-making in environmental management matters more effectively and accurately. The main purpose of this paper is to examine the capabilities of GIS technologies in environmental planning and management, discuss the application of GIS technology in environmental management for future research directions.