Overview

TraceSpatial brings over 20 years of experience in spatial analysis tailored to the needs of community groups, nonprofits, academic institutions, and planning professionals. From neighborhood-focused initiatives to regional analyses, our consultancy delivers expertise in the technical aspects of spatial data science tied directly to environmental justice issues and ecological planning principles. Working with TraceSpatial ensures tailored data collection and cleaning strategies, robust spatial analysis, and high-quality presentation outputs that integrate cartographic design excellence.

Each project is approached with deep respect for its broader social, environmental, and political context, whether examining historical land use, current conditions, or future scenarios. We are actively engaged in land use advocacy, ensuring spatial insights support equitable and sustainable outcomes. Leveraging advanced geospatial software — including R, Python, QGIS, and ESRI ArcGIS Pro — TraceSpatial delivers custom solutions that empower clients in their unique research and advocacy goals. From detailed maps to scenario modeling, TraceSpatial delivers spatial data findings and solutions that make an impactful difference.

Utilization of current data science & software technologies.
Specialization in environmental justice issues tied to fossil fuel infrastructure.
Robust, evidence based data outcomes necessary for advocacy and legal cases.
Work across various scales from neighborhoods to regions.
Tailored data collection; comprehensive spatial analyses; exacting cartographic design.
Integration of broader temporal and spatial contexts to project findings and solutions.

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