Use of geospatial data for sustainable development of territorial communities

Abstract

This article highlights the crucial role of geospatial data and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in ensuring the sustainable development of Ukrainian territorial communities. The urgency of this issue is underscored by the need to implement tasks outlined in regulatory acts concerning the development of the national geospatial data infrastructure (NGDI), the creation of urban planning documentation (including comprehensive spatial development plans), the establishment of an urban planning cadastre system, and the execution of monitoring.

The article explores the potential of geospatial data for in-depth territorial analysis, identifying problems and opportunities, and efficient planning of infrastructure and resource utilization. As an example of practical implementation, it presents the experience of the Shpanivska Village Council in the Rivne region, which created a geoinformation environment based on QGIS software as a preparatory stage for developing a Comprehensive Spatial Development Plan for their territory. The community effectively processed materials by using a geodatabase template in GeoPackage format, developed as part of a crowdsourcing project and distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 license.

At the same time, the article points out existing challenges associated with the use of geospatial data, including risks related to data confidentiality and security, as well as the absence of unified standards, which complicates data integration. To overcome these challenges, it is proposed to ensure data standardization and interoperability, develop effective mechanisms for data protection, and provide training for qualified specialists. The article concludes that the implementation of geospatial technologies is a necessary condition for the sustainable development of territorial communities, enabling informed decision-making, optimizing resource utilization, and improving the quality of life for community residents.