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Making a map to make a difference: Interactive GIS tool shows superfund flooding dangers

Geographic information system (GIS) maps help researchers, policymakers, and community members see how environmental risks are spread throughout a given region. These types of interactive, layered maps can be used for storytelling, education, and environmental activism. When community members are in...

Making a map to make a difference: Interactive GIS tool shows superfund flooding dangers
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Geographic information system (GIS) maps help researchers, policymakers, and community members see how environmental risks are spread throughout a given region. These types of interactive, layered maps can be used for storytelling, education, and environmental activism. When community members are involved in their use and creation, GIS maps can also be a tool for equity.

Originally published at Phys.org

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