What is a GIS data Clearinghouse?
clearinghouse. [data sharing] A repository structure, physical or virtual, that collects, stores, and disseminates information, metadata, and data. A clearinghouse provides widespread access to information and is generally thought of as reaching or existing outside organizational boundaries.
What is a GeoPlatform?
The Geospatial Platform (GeoPlatform) is an online portal used to share geographic data, maps, and online services. It is a strategic national resource that supports the Federal Administration’s Open Government, Open Data and Digital Government strategies to enhance transparency, collaboration and participation.
What is a spatial data repository?
The Spatial Data Repository provides geographically-linked health and demographic data from The DHS Program and the U.S. Census Bureau for mapping in a geographic information system (GIS).
Is the Alaska State Department of geospatial information available to the public?
Some of our web map applications and map services are available to the public (see links in the Mapping Resources menu, on this page). The Department collaborates with other State agencies to consolidate and share geospatial data, for example through the Alaska Statewide Digital Mapping Initiative.
What is the Alaska geospatial collaborative?
This is a cooperative project coordinated by the Alaska Geospatial Office. The data and services available are hosted by public agencies. Access to the data would not exist without coordination from contributing members. Tagging affects how well your data can be found and used. Our new Tagging Best Practices Story Map shows you how to do it.
Who is creating new ways to visualize data in Alaska?
Local, State, and Federal organizations are creating new ways to visualize data. Explore some of the most popular maps and apps across Alaska.
How is GIS used in the Department of environmental conservation?
The Department of Environmental Conservation uses its Geographic Information System, or GIS, to more effectively serve its mission to protect human health and the environment. GIS technology is essential for understanding, communicating and analyzing environmental information.