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How do geographic information systems depend on space?

Editor May 21, 2021 environmental science geographic information systems geography global positioning systems natural processes satellite imagery satellites space technology spatial sciences the Earth system

One of the great benefits of engaging with space is understanding Earth better. Data collected from satellites inform our understanding about the relationship between humanity…

What excites you about working in Earth observation?

Editor November 27, 2020 datasets earth Earth observation geography GIS Landsat oil and gas Scene From Above space borne sensors the geospatial sector

Earth observation (EO) is fascinating. Using spaceborne sensors, humanity is now able to look down and understand itself, its planet, and the relationship between the…

What is it like being an Earth observation analyst?

Editor July 31, 2020 cloud masking data screening disaster management Earth imagery Earth observation geography radiometric calibration satellites sentinel satellites the European Space Agency

Earth observation is an area of the space sector with many applications. Access to regularly updated basic imagery is very useful – how many times…

Sustaining Place

What does ecological economics teach us about living sustainably?

Editor June 4, 2020 Capitalism consumption ecological economics ecology Economics geography pollution production Sustainability the Earth system

Environmental and economic perspectives are often framed as being in opposition; economic activity damages the environment, and environmental concerns prevent growth. There is one field…