Environmental Project Management: Principles, Methodology, and Processes

This book offers a new framework that facilitates the development of more intelligent systems and methods for data analysis and international information sharing, such as the use of satellite imaging and geospatial data to predict changes in weather conditions and shifts in water levels, and to assess the extent of the forest cover remaining on Earth that is visible from space. It brings together the many aspects of science and technology, as well as formula and analytical approaches required for more informed decision-making. It also highlights the vital importance of understanding the technological, economic and social dimensions of environmental projects that have short-term results and long-term impacts.

It is unique in that it clearly distinguishes between environmental project management (EnvPM) and green project management (GreenPM), and presents an amalgamation of environmental management and project management concepts, using geospatial methods to form an EnvPM concept. The book sets a benchmark for the professionalism with which environmental projects should be planned, executed, monitored, assessed and delivered. While primarily intended for professionals responsible for the management of environmental projects or interested in improving the overall efficiency of such projects, it is also a useful handbook for managers in the private, public and non-for-profit sectors. It is a valuable resource for students at both undergraduate and master’s levels and an indispensable guide for anyone wanting to develop their skills in modern project management, environmental management and geospatial techniques.

“We are the first generation to feel the impact of climate change, and the last generation that can do something about it.” US President Obama’s address to the United Nations on Climate Change and Global warming (2015)

hison: This book provides an in-depth, well-researched and science-based approach to applying key project-management and spatial tools and practices in environmental projects. An important read for leaders considering projects that balance social-economic growth against minimising its ill-effects on Planet Earth. – Todd Hutchison, Global Chairman of Peopleistic group.

Table of Contents

Part I Setting for Environmental Project Management
Chapter 1 The Need to Protect and Conserve the Environment
Chapter 2 The Need for Environmental Project Management

Part II Principles of Environmental Project Management
Chapter 3 Environmental Project Management Methodology
Chapter 4 Essential Project Management Functions
Chapter 5 Broad Framework for Environmental Project Management
Chapter 6 Environmental Project Economics
Chapter 7 Environmental Risk and Decision Analysis

Part III Essential Tools and Techniques for Environmental Project Management
Chapter 8 Geospatial Tools and Techniques
Chapter 9 Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)
Chapter 10 Photogrammetry
Chapter 11 Remote Sensing
Chapter 12 Geographical Information System (GIS)
Chapter 13 Web GIS and Mapping
Chapter 14 Geospatial in Support of EIA, SEA, and SA
Chapter 15 Project Management Toolbox
Chapter 16 Project Management Techniques
Chapter 17 Implementing Environmental Project Management

Part IV Case Studies on Environmental Conservation and Remediation Projects
Chapter 18 Case Study of Environmental Projects in Australia
Chapter 19 Case Study of Environmental Projects in Developing Countries
Chapter 20 Challenges of Applying EnvPM in Developing Countries