A Map That Goes Beyond Borders

Explore the Earth’s ecological diversity with this large-format Environmental World Map from Maps International—a stunning blend of cartographic precision and environmental insight. While political borders are shown, this map’s real focus is on how land is used and the natural environments that define our planet's surface.

From arid deserts to dense tropical forests, marshlands to arable farmland, this map offers a compelling visual summary of global ecosystems and human land use—perfect for educators, environmentalists, researchers, or anyone passionate about the planet.

🌿 What This Map Shows

• Natural Environments – Clear visual distinctions between rainforests, deserts, tundras, coniferous forests, and more

• Land Use Types – Highlights areas of:

  • Arable farmland

  • Grassland and savannah

  • Marshland and wetlands

  • Tropical and coniferous forests

  • Mountainous and uninhabitable terrain

• Major Physical Features – Mountain ranges, rivers, and topographical relief offer depth and realism

• National Boundaries – Lightly marked for reference, without overpowering the environmental focus

Whether you're teaching environmental science or simply seeking a fresh view of the world, this map is a powerful visual tool.

📐 Specifications

🖨️ Format & Finish Options

Choose from three premium finishes to suit your setting:

📄 Paper – 160 gsm Matte-Coated Stock

• Ideal for framing under glass

• High-resolution print on smooth, heavyweight paper

• Lightweight and easy to handle

💧 Laminated – Gloss Encapsulation

• Printed on premium paper and sealed in two 80-micron layers of durable gloss laminate

• Wipe-clean surface compatible with whiteboard markers

• Resists tears, moisture, fingerprints, and UV damage—perfect for classrooms and public displays

🖼️ Canvas – 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas

• Printed with fade-resistant pigment-based inks

• Rich texture and museum-quality appearance

• Perfect for long-term display and high-end décor

🪵 Add Timber Hang Rails (Optional)

Display your map in style with our optional wooden hang rails:

• Solid wood battens affixed to top and bottom

• Lacquered in a natural finish for a refined look

• Comes with a discreet hanging cord—just add a hook

• Available for both laminated and canvas versions

🛠️ Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery of hang-railed maps. Each one is individually finished by our professional framer.

👥 Who’s This Map For?

| 🌱 Environmental Educators | Teach ecosystems, climate zones, and global land use |
| 🧭 Geography Classrooms | A visual aid that bridges physical and human geography |
| 📊 Researchers & NGOs | Valuable for ecological and agricultural studies |
| 🏡 Home Décor | A unique piece for those passionate about nature |
| 🎁 Gift Buyers | An inspiring, meaningful present for students, scientists, and curious minds |

📦 Delivery & Packaging

• Paper and laminated maps are shipped rolled in sturdy mailing tubes

• Canvas and hang-railed maps shipped in reinforced tubes

• Made and shipped from Australia with secure, local craftsmanship

🌍 Understand the World—Environment First

This map invites you to see the Earth not as a series of countries, but as a patchwork of living systems. Whether you’re analysing ecological change, planning a curriculum, or decorating with meaning, the Environmental World Map brings the planet’s diversity into clear focus.

🛒 Order yours today and discover how the Earth is shaped—not just by borders, but by its biomes.