GIPL (GIS-based Permafrost Model)

GIPL, or GIS-based Permafrost Model, is a tool that uses Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to study permafrost, which is permanently frozen ground found in polar regions and high mountains. The model analyzes various environmental factors, such as temperature, vegetation, and soil moisture, to predict how permafrost responds to climate change. By creating detailed maps and simulations, GIPL helps scientists understand the potential impacts of warming temperatures on permafrost stability, carbon release, and ecosystem dynamics. This information is crucial for managing climate change effects on the environment and local communities.