Environmental Resource Inventory of Westfield, NJ.
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Jackie Park Albaum
College:
The Dorothy and George Hennings College of Science, Mathematics, and Technology
Major:
Earth Science
Faculty Research Advisor(s):
Daniela Shebitz
Abstract:
This research presents the building processes and discoveries for an Environmental Resource Inventory (ERI) conducted for the Town of Westfield, New Jersey as part of a team-based senior practicum project. The ERI comprehensively assesses natural resources within the town, including biodiversity, land use, hydrology, geology, topography, and designated historical sites. The information collection phase includes document and data collection from online resources, site visits including field surveys, use of archival information from local city and state municipalities, remote sensing techniques, and GIS analysis to collect and analyze spatial data. Additional research data were used from the Association of New Jersey Environmental Commissions (ANJEC), New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), New Jersey Geological and Water Survey (NJGS), and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The ERI serves as a valuable tool for land use planning, environmental management, and conservation initiatives in the region. Key findings will be discussed, emphasizing the sustainable resource utilization and preservation efforts for future generations. This ERI can serve as an integral part of the town’s Master Plan and Climate Resiliency Inventory.