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Spatial Intelligence for Conservation Planning

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Marena Smith
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1,104
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6
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English
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Summary

Conservation planning worldwide is being transformed by technological advancements, particularly through the Marxan Planning Platform (MaPP), developed by The Nature Conservancy, Microsoft, and Vizzuality, utilizing Mapbox for spatial intelligence. MaPP addresses challenges such as complex technical workflows and diverse stakeholder engagement by offering an intuitive interface that allows users to integrate spatial data, generate maps, and identify conservation priorities efficiently. It facilitates collaborative planning by enabling stakeholders to express goals and preferences, optimizing for conservation and economic considerations, and supports projects like the Upper Okavango River Basin planning. With real-time rendering and data analysis capabilities powered by Mapbox GL JS, MaPP provides instantaneous feedback and a highly-responsive visual interface, streamlining the conservation planning process and enabling inclusive decision-making. The platform's enhancements are designed to support initiatives like the Campaign for Nature's '30x30' strategy, aiming to protect 30% of global natural areas by 2030, making conservation planning more accessible, efficient, and democratic.

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