Land use changes occur constantly and at various scales with specific and cumulative effects on the environment. Agricultural and land development are two primary areas of concern.
Agricultural land use can affect the quality of water and watersheds, loss of native habitats, and can even accelerate or exacerbate the spread of invasive species.
Land development contributes to inhibiting water flow and contamination through water and air. Urbanization leads to the loss of trees and shrubs and the absorption of more heat by pavement, buildings, and other sources–affecting global climate and air quality.
Through the use of technology we can monitor land use changes to make better informed decisions to address business needs in a more environmentally friendly manner to meet regulations.
