Environmental decisions with spatial process modelling

Part of the GeoComputation '96 Special Issue 96/25; follow the "related link" to download the entire collection as a single document.This paper first describes the difficulties inherent in supporting a class of environmental problems, those involved in Regional Environmental Decision Making. A set of conceptual criteria are presented along with discussion on how the criteria might be approached. It is shown that a major obstacle is the need for a system that integrates components of Geographic Information Systems with process modelling functions. A new approach, Spatial Process Modelling is proposed. More detailed design criteria for this system are developed which are then used to develop a prototype system. The system is described and benefits and limitations discussed.UnpublishedALBRECHT, J. H. 1996. Universal GIS operators for environmental modelling. Third International Conference Integrating GIS and Environmental Modelling, Sante Fe, NCGIA. ALBRECHT, J. 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