SYSTEMATIC ANALYSIS OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY AS A TOOL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

Abstract

The article provides a comprehensive analysis of the possibilities of applying systems analysis as a tool for environmental management in the context of assessing environmental quality.The relevance of introducing a systems approach for solving complex environmental tasks is substantiated, considering the increasing anthropogenic pressure, climate change, and global ecological challenges. It is demonstrated that traditional linear methods of environmental assessment are insufficient for understanding complex interactions within socio-ecological-economic systems, necessitating the integration of systems thinking into the decision-making process. It is determined that systems analysis ensures the structuring of objectives, formalization of alternatives, forecasting of the consequences of management actions, and optimization of decisions based on interdisciplinary coordination of parameters.The paper analyzes key systems analysis methods, including goal tree construction, expert evaluation methods (including the modified Delphi method), morphological analysis, scenario modeling, and multicriteria assessment. The results of applying these methods for developing models of water resource quality management, environmental risk assessment, and spatial planning are presented.Special attention is paid to the integration of systems analysis with geographic information systems, which allows the visualization of spatial risk distribution and enhances the accuracy of strategic decisions in the field of environmental management. It is emphasized that the systems approach provides comprehensive assessment capabilities, considers the spatiotemporal dynamics of changes, analyzes development scenarios, and supports the formation of adaptive management strategies.It has been established that the implementation of systems analysis promotes the transition to an integrated model of environmental management aimed at the sustainable use of natural resources, prevention of environmental risks, and strengthening the ecosystem resilience of territories. The necessity of developing digital platforms for systems analysis, improving expert evaluation mechanisms, and training a new generation of specialists capable of effectively applying this approach in the practice of environmental monitoring, strategic planning, and natural resource management is emphasized.