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Time-series datasets are used to construct simulations for alternative future scenarios. They support the identification of patterns and trends over time. This allows effective interactions between the various actors involved in decision-making processes, such as planners and policy makers, whilst considering the environmental implications of any plan.

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Schultz, N., Bailey, M. (2012). Using Extruded Volumes to Visualize Time-Series Datasets. In: Dill, J., Earnshaw, R., Kasik, D., Vince, J., Wong, P. (eds) Expanding the Frontiers of Visual Analytics and Visualization. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4471-2804-5_8

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