Linear Infrastructure Ecology and Planning
The Linear Infrastructure Ecology and Planning Program at the Center leads research on the effects of linear infrastructure on conservation objectives and planning across the state of Florida and beyond.
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In an effort to integrate conservation and transportation planning through partnerships with FDOT, other state agencies and stakeholder groups, the program works in research, education and outreach.
Research:
- multi-scale, spatial modeling and mapping
- collaborative field studies
- data layer and tool development for transportation and conservation planning
- machine-learning and AI exploration, such as smart road vehicle technologies
- The ecological effects of other linear infrastructure such as railways, powerlines and pipelines
Education and Outreach:
- Create applied resources, such as guidelines or BMPs for wildlife crossing structure and site design
- Conduct workshops and present at public forums/events to improve understanding of the ecological effects of roads and solutions to reduce conflicts/reintegrate natural landscapes
- Integrate subject matter in college studios or course curricula.
Learn more about Linear Infrastructure Ecology and Planning Projects
The Linear Infrastructure Ecology and Planning Program is funded entirely by research and grants. Your support through new partnerships, projects or direct financial support is extremely important.
Funding received by the Center is used to directly support research activities, including graduate and undergraduate student appointments, center staff and necessary research expenses. Please contact us for more information or consider making a financial contribution by clicking the support link below.