Alternative approach to evaluate the data of ecological monitoring of ecotopes for highways in Ukraine

Abstract

We propose alternative approach to evaluate data from ecological monitoring of ecotopes along the roadways of Ukraine, taking into account raised accuracy of treating the ecological impact on the roadside environment. Methodology includes sources analysis, development of a workflow model for monitoring and identifying the main components of input data and their optimal features by system analysis. The monitoring of ecotopes of green plantations along highways in the steppe zone of South Ukraine increases the accuracy of evaluating the ecological trace on roadside environment and facilities. Scientific novelty of study combines various data sampling, physical equipment, and road measurements with information services (computing, analyzing and treating input data, forecasting of system development, and monitoring management through feedback control). The system analysis of data deals with the optimal linear constraints of the roadside ecotope capacity, leading to a simple mathematical model of the monitoring. The problem of processing environmental monitoring data with such data is reduced to the linear programming problem. Specifically, this mathematical model allows for the consideration few factors influencing the ecological situation and provides the ability to analyze and forecast the development of ecosystems along roads. Conclusions of study are criteria for an objective assessment of the degree of pollution of the environment and its impact on soil cover, vegetation and road equipment. For effective monitoring it is necessary data-based quality management system on highways. It helps evaluate the predicted degree of environmental pollution by degradation of soils, vegetation, and road facilities.