Davis J.D. Introduction to Environmental Data Science

CRC Press, 2023. — 403 p. — (Data Science Series).Introduction to Environmental Data Science focuses on data science methods in the R language applied to environmental research, with sections on exploratory data analysis in R including data abstraction, transformation, and visualization; spatial data analysis in vector and raster models; statistics and modeling ranging from exploratory to modeling, considering confirmatory statistics and extending to machine learning models; time series analysis, focusing primarily on carbon and micrometeorological flux; and communication. Introduction to Environmental Data Science is an ideal textbook to teach undergraduate to graduate-level students in environmental science, environmental studies, geography, earth science, and biology. Still, it can also serve as a reference for environmental professionals working in consulting, NGOs, and government agencies at the local, state, federal, and international levels.In Chapter 2 we’ll introduce the R language, using RStudio to explore its basic data types, structures, functions, and programming methods in base R. We’re assuming you’re either new to R or need a refresher. Later chapters will add packages that extend what you can do with base R for data abstraction, transformation, and visualization, then explore the spatial world, statistical models, and time series applied to environmental research.Features:Gives thorough consideration of the need for environmental research in both spatial and temporal domains.
Features examples of applications involving field-collected data ranging from individual observations to data logging.
Examples of applications involving government and NGO sources, ranging from satellite imagery to environmental data collected by regulators such as the EPA.
Contains class-tested exercises in all chapters other than case studies. A solutions manual is available for instructors.
All examples and exercises make use of a GitHub package for functions and especially data.