IngentaConnect NETWORK GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM FOR LANDFILL SITING

Authors: Kao J.J.; Lin H.Y.; Chen W.Y.

Source: Waste Management & Research, Volume 15, Number 3, 1997 , pp. 239-253(15)

Abstract:

A prototype network geographic information system (GIS) was developed to: (i) improve the effectiveness of a complex municipal solid waste landfill siting procedure; (ii) make siting-related information available to the general public; (iii) assist local environmental protection agencies in maintaining a GIS; and (iv) facilitate the central environmental protection agency in managing, instructing and evaluating the progress of a local siting. Siting analysis is performed with computerized mapping analysis to save time and effort of data processing. A multimedia network interface is provided for 24-hour local or remote access to the system from anywhere on the Internet. This networking capability allows a user without tools to utilize the system and to avoid the cost of system installation and training appropriate personnel to manage the system. Moreover, a case study for Miaoli is described. Environmental, social, economic and engineering feasibility issues are evaluated for the suitability of a candidate landfill site.

Keywords: Landfill; siting; Geographic information system; Municipal solid waste; Mapping analysis; Internet; Network; Multimedia; Hypermedia; Taiwan

Language: English

Document Type: Research article

Affiliations: Institute of Environmental Engineering, National Chiao Tung University, 75 Po-Ai Street, Hsinchu, Taiwan, 30039, Republic of China:

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