Spatial analysis of environmentally sensitive areas in Kuala Selangor district, Malaysia

Asmawi, M. Zainora and Ibrahim, Illyani and Abdullah, Fadzidah and Paiman, Tuminah (2016) Spatial analysis of environmentally sensitive areas in Kuala Selangor district, Malaysia. In: 2016 2nd International Conference on Marine, Ocean and Environmental Sciences and Technologies (MAROCENET), 15th-17th March 2016, Bandung, Indonesia. (Unpublished)

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Abstract

This paper addresses the issue of conserving the important areas known as environmentally sensitive areas in Kuala Selangor District, Malaysia. Presently, the existence of these natural elements which are also considered as environmental goods to the community faces a prolong development pressure, regardless its role in enhancing the quality of life. Therefore, this research was embarked to conduct the spatial analysis mapping on the importance of environmentally sensitive areas found in Kuala Selangor. The study highly employed the collection of secondary information regarding textual and statistical data in the form of GIS/MapInfo format to assemble the relevant data for mapping purpose via the sieving technique. The results demonstrate that the environmentally sensitive areas could be categorised into natural heritage, disaster risk and life support, ranging from coastal zones, forestry, paddy field, wetland sites and others. It is noticeable that these areas are essential not only concerning its environmental value, but also supports the economic growth of Kuala Selangor. In this regards, the identification of these areas is crucially needed for both the quality and quantity of stock for a longer run. As a conclusion, it is evident the identification of environmentally sensitive areas in Kuala Selangor has benefited many stakeholders involved in the planning and management of the district of Kuala Selangor.

Item Type:	Conference or Workshop Item (Slide Presentation)
Additional Information:	3126/50469
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Spatial analysis, environmentally sensitive areas, Kuala Selangor, Malaysia
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General) N Fine Arts > NA Architecture > NA100 Architecture and the state
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design > Department of Urban & Regional Planning Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design
Depositing User:	Dr MZainora Asmawi
Date Deposited:	19 Jul 2016 08:48
Last Modified:	28 Sep 2020 11:54
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/50469

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