Spatial Analysis of Scrap Collection Sites Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Techniques in the City of Zawiya

Abstract

This study aims to examine the spatial distribution of scrap collection sites in the city of Zawiya using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) techniques, through analyzing patterns of concentration, dispersion, and the factors influencing the emergence of these sites within the urban area. The research relied on detailed field data collection and spatial analysis tools to provide a realistic understanding of the nature and spread of this phenomenon.

The findings indicate that scrap collection sites are distributed irregularly across the city, with a tendency to cluster near industrial zones and peripheral areas such as Jodaem and Qamudah. Additionally, several sites were found within residential and agricultural areas due to weak regulatory oversight and the absence of updated urban planning. The study also revealed that economic drivers and proximity to sources of industrial waste are the primary factors contributing to the expansion of these activities.

The research demonstrated the effectiveness of GIS in analyzing this phenomenon, identifying hazardous locations, and producing maps that support improved urban management. The study concludes with key

recommendations, including establishing an official scrap processing center, reorganizing land-use planning, strengthening environmental oversight, providing incentives for investment in recycling industries, and creating an updated geospatial database to support municipal decision-making.

Overall, the study emphasizes that managing the scrap sector through a data-driven spatial approach contributes to enhancing the urban environment, reducing pollution, and achieving sustainable urban development in the city of Zawiya.