Coastal Ecosystems from Space: Mapping and Analysis Using Open-Source GIS and Satellite Imagery (Springer Remote Sensing/Photogrammetry)

This book presents a comprehensive and accessible account of coastal ecosystem monitoring and management using open-source remote sensing data and Geographic Information Systems (GIS), with a strong focus on community engagement and sustainability.It is organised into three interconnected parts that move from foundational concepts to applied analysis and finally to emerging technologies, providing a clear and logical progression from basic understanding to practical implementation and further innovation.The first part introduces the concept and technical foundations of coastal remote sensing and open-source GIS, focusing on the spectral characteristics of key coastal ecosystem components and outlining preprocessing techniques to improve satellite data quality.It also introduces open-access geospatial databases and explains how diverse datasets can be integrated using open GIS platforms.The second part moves into practical applications, focusing on coastal mapping and analytical approac