I’ve been diving into resource evaluations for potential fracking sites lately, and I’m curious about the tools fellow planners are using. Specifically, I’m looking at GIS software to assess geologic formations in my area. Any recommendations or tips on running effective feasibility studies would be greatly appreciated.
When looking at geologic formations, I’ve found that integrating GIS with some real-time data can really sharpen your assessments. You might also want to pair it with field surveys to validate what the models predict; seeing things on the ground often reveals nuances that software can’t capture. Quite useful for effective feasibility studies.
I’ve had good luck using ArcGIS for assessing geologic formations, especially when you layer in historical drilling data… It gives a clearer picture of what might be feasible. Just keep an eye on data updates; sometimes older layers can mislead your analysis.