5 Best GIS and Mapping Tools for Nature-Based Projects

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explorer.land

Communication is key on explorer.land, which offers geolocated news posts, options for social media sharing, and customizable call-to-action buttons. It supports the documentation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), showcases forest products, and provides tools for effective team and user role management. The platform not only focuses on visual and data presentation but also on engagement, offering users opportunities to support projects financially or through the funding opportunities listing and filtering page. This fosters a global community of conservation enthusiasts, empowering individuals and organizations to contribute to environmental sustainability efforts.

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OSGeo

QGIS is an open-source GIS (Geographic Information System) software that supports a wide variety of vector, raster, and database formats. It is compatible with numerous operating systems and offers extensive features for creating, editing, visualizing, analyzing, and publishing geospatial information. The development of QGIS is community-driven, providing a platform for users to contribute and interact with a global community of geospatial professionals.

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ArcGIS StoryMaps is a web application designed for storytelling with a focus on maps. It allows users to combine text, multimedia, and interactive maps to create presentations. While it does have some issues with data filtering within stories, it integrates well with ArcGIS, making it possible to include customized, interactive stories that are shareable and have a visual appeal.

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Restor.eco

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AmigoCloud Data Collection

Cost: AmigoCloud Collection comes at a cost of about 50US$ month per user, which might be a barrier for small organizations or individual users.

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