The challenge of applying Geographic Information Systems to Sustainable Mountain Development

Heinimann, Andreas; Breu, Thomas Michael; Kohler, Thomas

doi:10.7892/boris.72621

The challenge of applying Geographic Information Systems to Sustainable Mountain Development

DOI

10.7892/boris.72621

Official URL

http://www.jstor.org/stable/3674408

Abstract

In recent years, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) have increasingly been used in a wide array of application contexts for development cooperation in lowlands and mountain areas. When used for planning, implementation, and monitoring, GIS is a versatile and highly efficient tool, particularly in mountain areas characterized by great spatial diversity and inaccessibility. However, the establishment and application of GIS in mountain regions generally presents considerable technical challenges. Moreover, it is necessary to address specific institutional and organizational issues regarding implementation.

Date Issued

2004

Publication Type

Article

Language(s)

en

Author(s)

Heinimann, Andreas	Centre for Development and Environment (CDE)
Breu, Thomas Michael	Centre for Development and Environment (CDE)
Kohler, Thomas	Centre for Development and Environment (CDE)

Additional Credits

Centre for Development and Environment (CDE)

Journal

Mountain Research and Development

Publisher

International Mountain Society

ISSN

0276-4741

Access(Rights)

restricted

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