environmental-analysis

Analyze climate and environmental site data from an address into a Markdown report.

304|65|Updated Mar 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/AlpacaLabsLLC/skills-for-architects --skill environmental-analysis
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Skill: environmental-analysis
Source: https://github.com/AlpacaLabsLLC/skills-for-architects/tree/main/plugins/01-site-planning/skills/environmental-analysis
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AlpacaLabsLLC/skills-for-architects --skill environmental-analysis

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Climate and environmental site analysis from an address to support architectural site selection and design decisions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Climate & hazard data: Retrieve climate normals, precipitation, wind, sun angles, flood zones, seismic risk, soil types, and topography for a given location.
  • Evidence-based site programs: Inform zoning, occupancy planning, and material selection with data-backed environmental context.
  • Output & workflow: Generates a markdown report saved to ~/Documents/environmental-analysis-[location-slug].md for sharing and archiving.

Quick Start

Provide a site address or coordinates to begin.

Frequently Asked Questions about environmental-analysis

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I get climate and environmental site data for a specific address?

Climate and environmental site data for an address is compiled into a comprehensive markdown report. The analysis retrieves climate normals, topography, flood hazards, seismic risk, and soils to support architectural planning and design decisions.

Can I use an address to assess flood zones and seismic risk for architectural site planning?

Yes, analyzing an address provides site-specific flood zones and seismic risk assessments. The report uses governmental, university, and non-profit sources to inform zoning, occupancy planning, and material selection.

What is the best way to generate an evidence-based site analysis report for building design?

The best way to generate an evidence-based site analysis report is by providing a site address or coordinates. The output covers precipitation, wind, sun angles, soils, and vegetation, saving directly to your Documents folder for archiving.

Does this environmental site analysis tool rely on official governmental and university data sources?

Yes, this environmental site analysis relies exclusively on governmental, university, and non-profit data sources. This ensures that climate normals, hazard risks, and topography data are authoritative and reliable for design decisions.

How do I start an environmental site evaluation if I only have coordinates instead of a street address?

You can start an environmental site evaluation by providing either a street address or geographic coordinates. The analysis processes these inputs to retrieve local and regional climate, hazard, and topography data for the location.

What format does the site analysis report output to for sharing and archiving?

The site analysis report outputs to a Markdown file saved directly in your Documents folder. This file format allows for easy sharing, archiving, and integration into broader architectural documentation workflows.