Geospatial Technologies

"Geospatial technologies include global positioning systems (GPS), remote sensing (RS) and geographical information systems (GIS)." (Bossler 2001)

Bossler, John D., John R. Jensen, Robert B. McMaster, and Chris Rizos, eds. Manual of geospatial science and technology. CRC Press, 2001.

Introduction to GIS Programming

Welcome to the official course website for “Introduction to GIS Programming,” offered at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, during Fall 2024.

Course Overview

This course offers a comprehensive exploration of GIS programming, centered around the Python programming language. Throughout the semester, students will master the use of Python libraries and frameworks essential for processing, analyzing, and visualizing geospatial data.

Workshop: Geospatial Technologies for Achieving SDGs – Building Resilience

Geospatial technologies and remote sensing are valuable resources to monitor the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their corresponding targets and indicators. They allow for unbiased observation and analysis across borders, administrative boundaries, and nations. Furthermore, geospatial information and technologies are particularly critical to strengthening urban and rural resilience, where economic, agricultural, and various social sectors intersect.

Geospatial World Forum (GWF)

Geospatial World Forum (GWF) is an annual gathering of geospatial professionals and leaders representing the entire ecosystem of public policies, national mapping agencies, private sector enterprises, multilateral and development organizations, scientific and academic institutions, and large end-users from government businesses and citizen services.

ISPRS Geospatial Week 2023

The ISPRS will host the first Geospatial Week in Africa and Middle East in Egypt, 2023; with the the "Remote Sensing for Better Future". The ISPRS Geospatial Week (GSW) is a combination of workshops organised by about 30 ISPRS Working Groups active in areas of interest of ISPRS.The GSW will provide a platform for international scholars, graduate students, future scientists and industrial sectors to learn exchange knowledge and experiences of applying geospatial technologies for sustainable development for better quality of life for people around the world.

XXIV ISPRS Congress: International Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing

The ISPRS Congress (2021 digital only) is the leading forum where classical and emergent topics related to photogrammetry, remote sensing, and spatial information sciences are discussed. It continues the unique tradition of gathering scientists, educators, and engineers from multiple domains and more than 100 countries. It promotes cross-fertilization between topics and communities, public and private sectors.

Topics

Topics of interest include all aspects of photogrammetry, remote sensing and spatial information sciences including, but not limited to:

AfriGEO SYMPOSSIUM 2025

Venue

Dakar, Senegal

Introduction to Geospatial Technologies for Achieving SDGs – Demographic Considerations - Summer School

Overview:

With the latest call by UN Secretary General for a “revolution” in the use of data for sustainable development, geospatial technologies have tremendous potential to boost the movement towards achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and to improve monitoring of relevant SDGs’ targets and indicators.

Geospatial technologies and remote sensing offer a crucial location element to the monitoring of SDGs . The unprecedented “power of where” allows for unbiased observation and analysis across borders, administrative boundaries, and nations.

Local Perspectives Case Studies

Women and their everyday lives related to Water: Yamileth Campos-Garita, Costa Rica

The use of septic tanks to dispose of wastewater is a significant problem in our community. In many cases, technical criteria was not taken into account for the proper design of wastewater systems. Besides, there are cases where it is evident that the groundwater levels and the capacity of filtration of the soil are not adequate to dispose of wastewater. Because of this situation, the ASADA is carrying out a study of the existing septic tanks in the area that will serve as input for the development of the sewerage project.

Open Society University Network Research and Training Hub on Geospatial Technologies

Founded by Central European University (CEU), American University of Central Asia (AUCA), and Bard College, GeoHub is an open platform project developing the capacity of the members of the Open Society University Network (OSUN) for using the latest geospatial methods and technologies in their core research and teaching disciplines.

In-Service ICT Training for Environmental Professionals

Decision-makers are faced with the constant challenge of maintaining access to and understanding new technologies and data, as information and communication technologies (ICTs) are constantly evolving and as more and more data is becoming available. Despite continually improving technologies, informed decision-making is being hindered by inadequate attention to enabling conditions, e.g. a lack of in-service education and professional training for decision-makers.

Global Water & Sanitation Center

The Global Water & Sanitation Center (GWSC) was formally established in 2022, a legacy of Gates Foundation (GF) and the Asian Institute of Technology’s (AIT) partnership to host and mainstream citywide inclusive sanitation (CWIS) and advance the WASH agenda in South and Southeast Asia. Its mission is to ensure universal access to safe, inclusive, and sustainable WASH services for all in Asia and beyond. In its efforts, the center contributes to achieving several key Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

RSS-Hydro

Diverse and dynamic R&D company operating across geospatial fields for a more sustainable future - Earth Observation, remote sensing, drones, and modelling of water risks. We are determined to make the world a more sustainable and resilient place, including the SDG targets 1, 2, 6, 13, 15, and 17 in our mission and daily activities. We offer:

Remote Sensing, GIS and Climatic Research Lab, University of the Punjab

The emerging demand of GIS and Space Applications for Climate Change studies for the socio-economic development of Pakistan along with Government of Pakistan Vision 2025, Space Vision 2047 of National Space Agency of Pakistan, and achievement of UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) impelled the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan (HEC) to establish Remote Sensing, GIS and Climatic Research Lab (RSGCRL) at University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan.

Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture

About IICA

The Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) is the specialized agency for agriculture of the Inter-American System that supports the efforts of Member States to achieve agricultural development and rural well-being.

Awe-peter

Helen Awe-peter

Principal Scientist National Space Research and Development Agency

I am a geoscientist with expertise in climate change adaptation, hydrological analysis, GIS, and remote sensing. For over six years at the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA), I have applied geospatial technologies to address challenges in biodiversity conservation, sustainable land use, and water resource management.

Otchere

Bernard Otchere

Master of Science Graduate in Environmental Engineering and Management at University of Energy and Natural Resources

Bernard Michael Akwasi Poku Otchere, a dynamic Environmental Engineer from Ghana, stands at the forefront of innovative solutions addressing water-related challenges. Armed with a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Engineering from the University of Energy and Natural Resources, Bernard's expertise lies in the intersection of environmental science and sustainable development.

Rajhi

Mohamed Rajhi

PhD candidate and researcher at University of Miskolc, Hungary

Mohamed Rajhi is a dynamic and versatile professional with a rich background in data analysis, project management, and geospatial engineering. With a strong foundation in agricultural and environmental sciences, Mohamed has dedicated his career to leveraging technology and data-driven solutions to address critical challenges in agriculture, water resources management, and sustainable development.

Hertel

Victor Hertel

PhD candidate at the German Aerospace Center

Victor Hertel is a doctoral researcher specializing in the field of environmental risks and human security. He currently works at the German Aerospace Center (DLR) on the development of (physics-informed) deep learning methods in the context of emergency response and disaster preparedness. With an academic background in aerospace engineering, he previously worked with organizations like Human Rights Watch and the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs’ UN-SPIDER program, using geospatial analysis to address environmental and social challenges.

Hertel

Victor Hertel

PhD candidate at the German Aerospace Center

Engdaw

Mastawesha Engdaw

PH.D. candidate and member of research project Climate Change –Uncertainties, Thresholds and Coping Strategies at Wegener Center for Climate and Global Change.

Mastawesha Misganaw Engdaw is a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Graz since November 2018. Prior to joining the University of Graz, he had been a Researcher and Lecturer at Jimma University, where he started his academic career, in Ethiopia. He also contributed to coordinating research projects. Mastawesha’s academic background covers Geo-information Science and Earth Observation, Water Resources Management and Hydrology, and multiple aspects of Climate Change.

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Capacity Building and Training Material

Introduction to GIS Programming

Introduction to GIS Programming

Course Overview

Event

Workshop: Geospatial Technologies for Achieving SDGs – Building Resilience

Geospatial World Forum (GWF)

ISPRS Geospatial Week 2023

XXIV ISPRS Congress: International Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing

Topics

AfriGEO SYMPOSSIUM 2025

Venue

Introduction to Geospatial Technologies for Achieving SDGs – Demographic Considerations - Summer School

Overview:

Local Perspectives Case Studies

Women and their everyday lives related to Water: Yamileth Campos-Garita, Costa Rica

Project / Mission / Initiative / Community Portal

Open Society University Network Research and Training Hub on Geospatial Technologies

In-Service ICT Training for Environmental Professionals

Stakeholder

Global Water & Sanitation Center

RSS-Hydro

Remote Sensing, GIS and Climatic Research Lab, University of the Punjab

Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture

About IICA

Person

Helen Awe-peter

Bernard Otchere

Mohamed Rajhi

Victor Hertel

Victor Hertel

Mastawesha Engdaw