Remote sensing and geographical information system as an integrated method of ecological analysis

South China Normal University, School of Geography, 510631 Zhongshan West Avenue, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

^* Corresponding author: 20232633013@m.scnu.edu.cn

Abstract

Remote sensing (RS) and geographical information systems (Geographical Information System) are among the major ecological spatial analysis tools, which has boosted the efficiency of relevant research. Thus, it is of great significance to reflect on this method. This paper aims to analyze the application of Remote Sensing and Geographical Information System in ecological assessment, which contributes to the practice of sustainable development. The paper reviews relevant studies and further reflects on the existing literature, with several recommendations. The paper shows that the combined use of Remote Sensing and Geographical Information System constitutes the dominant approach in small-scale studies with a very consistent research methodology. The paper analyses how these relatively fixed research materials and frameworks make the research efficient and widely applicable. This paper summarises the basic model of integrated application of Remote Sensing and Geographical Information System and points out some future development directions and research directions, including a few on land degradation neutralization and urbanization, as well as several views on the use of methods.