#Geospatial solutions California

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There are more than 114,000 missing persons in Mexico, and that number is continuing to rise. Criminal violence in the country is at a record level, largely driven by gangs and drug cartels. Many of those missing are buried in clandestine graves all across the country.

To contribute to the solution of this complex problem, a group of scientists from the Center for Research in Geospatial Information Sciences (CentroGeo) put technology and data analysis at the service of the searches.

"I never thought I would have to work on this, but if this knowledge is of any use, now is the time to show it," says José Luis Silván, a geographer at CentroGeo. Years ago, as part of his doctoral work, he specialized in measuring forest biomass and human populations through satellite information. At that time, he was far from imagining the scientific work he is doing today: investigating the potential of drones, hyperspectral images, and protocols to detect clandestine graves.

In a recent article published in the International Journal of Forensic Research and Criminology, Jorge Silván and researcher Ana Alegre insist that studying the geographical environment is very important to understand in depth a crime such as disappearance. Thus, “due to its context and diversity of climates, the case of Mexico may represent an opportunity for the development of investigations.”

Finding burials requires hard work. All available information and resources must be optimized. Therefore, scientists have evaluated the use of remote sensing tools and have systematized information from previous findings. They seek to discover patterns in the behavior of the perpetrators and, with this, to find burials.

According to Red Lupa, 88% of the 114,000 cases of disappearances in Mexico occurred between 2000 and May 2024. 10,315 were registered in 2023, the most on record. This represents an average of 29 people per day. Jalisco, Tamaulipas, State of Mexico, Veracruz and Nuevo Leon are the entities with the highest incidences.

Justice is almost non-existent, with 99% impunity for this crime. For this reason, since 2007 alone, civil society has formed more than 300 search groups, mostly made up of family members who scour the land guided by witness statements or organized in general brigades. These groups have detected most of the 5,696 clandestine graves reported on Mexican soil.

The association United for Our Disappeared searches in the north of the country, in Baja California. One of its members, who preferred to remain anonymous, has been searching for his son for 18 years. He says they have been using pointed rods to detect graves for more than 10 years. This is one of the most widely used tools in Mexico for this purpose. "We fit the rod in where we suspect the earth was removed, insert it, pull it out and smell it. If there are bone remains or tissue, you can tell by the smell. It is a strong odor, easy to detect. It smells like organic matter in the process of decomposition."

Before, he says, they used a georadar—a device similar to a pruning shear that detects inconsistencies in the ground—but they abandoned this practice because it was not very useful. The radar responds to almost any kind of object, from chips to boats. The last time they used it, it returned 40 suspicious spots, but none were positive. In Mexicali, another group uses a drone to fly over areas and detect changes in the terrain. Others have used machines to dig holes instead of shovels. Some innovations are abandoned over time, but the use of rods remains.

In 2014, after the disappearance of 43 Ayotzinapa normalistas in Mexico, Silván and other CentroGeo professionals joined the scientific advisory board on the case. During the search for the students, different civilian groups and government brigades detected dozens of illegal graves. In less than 10 months, the Mexican Attorney General's Office counted 60 sites and 129 bodies in the state of Guerrero. As a result of the raids, 300 illegal graves were revealed. Since then, the number of clandestine graves has only grown.

No one anticipated the size of this horror. The report "Searching between pain and hope: Findings of clandestine graves in Mexico 2020 - 2022", exposes with hemerographic data that in those two years, 1,134 clandestine graves were registered, with 2,314 bodies and 2,242 remains. In proportional terms, Colima reported the highest rate of illegal graves, with 10 per 100,000 inhabitants. It was followed by Sonora, Guanajuato, Guerrero, Sinaloa and Zacatecas.

By number of cases, Guanajuato, Sonora and Guerrero stand out. These three entities account for 42% of the records. By April 2023, a journalistic investigation by Quinto Elemento Lab reported that the number of illegal burials reached 5,696 clandestine graves, and that more than half of them were detected during the current federal administration.

Employing his field of study, remote sensing, José Luis Silván uses images captured with satellites, drones or airplanes, from which he extracts geospatial information using knowledge of the physics of light, mathematics and programming. Multispectral and hyperspectral images capture subsurface information using sensors that record wavelengths of light imperceptible to the human eye, making them useful for searching.

In 2016, during a first study by CentroGeo researchers, they simulated burials with pig carcasses to evaluate the potential of using hyperspectral cameras in searches and learn what information from the sensors was useful to them. The Mexican researchers knew from research in other countries that successful detection with these techniques depends, in part, on being able to recognize how carcasses (and their spectral images) change in different soils and climates.

The experiment was carried out on rented land in the state of Morelos. There they buried seven animals and evaluated the light reflected by the soil at different wavelengths for six months. They concluded that a hyperspectral camera, which provides more than a hundred layers of data, has the potential to detect clandestine burials, although the technique is only effective three months after burial. They tried to arrange for the acquisition of a camera and drone (valued at 5 million pesos) through the National Search Commission, but were unsuccessful.

Faced with this, they began to evaluate more affordable alternatives, such as multispectral devices. Today, despite the fact that spaces such as the Commission for the Search for Disappeared Persons of the State of Jalisco (COBUPEJ—-with which they have a partnership—has acquired this equipment, no national strategy exists to deploy these technologies systematically.

Some time later, the scientists took on a bigger challenge. When they briefed the National Search Commission on the usefulness of remote sensing for locating burials, officials told them that in some regions of the Northwest, the greatest need was to locate substances used to conceal crimes. "They dispose of them in caustic soda or with chemicals, char them and incinerate them in the open air or in crematoria; they throw the remains away or bury them," the researcher says.

So, in 2021, Silván's group did another experiment, this time in Hidalgo and with a spectroradiometer, which measures how different substances reflect light. For that study, they tested the trace of substances used in crimes. They found that diesel, muriatic acid and blood treated with anticoagulants require more precise imaging to be located, but that most substances, such as caustic soda, lime, blood and those resulting from open burning could be detected with multispectral sensors, which are less expensive.

CentroGeo has also participated in the development of complementary strategies to identify areas with a high probability of harboring clandestine graves. One example is the training of mathematical models with the coordinates of previous findings and the characteristics of the sites preferred by criminals, which they call clandestine spaces and which define as those which are easy to access for perpetrators and of low visibility to the population.

In addition, they have been using the signs that decomposing bodies leave on the vegetation for years. As a corpse decomposes, it releases nutrients into the soil, in particular increasing the concentration of nitrogen. In plants, this element is linked to chlorophyll, which gives them their greenness. In experiments with buried pigs, they have observed that a chlorophyll indicator can be quantified through satellite images. They measure how fast this index grows to detect sites with anomalies. This tool is available on the "Clandestine Space" platform.

Silván says that to interpret the nitrogen signal, they must consider that the gas signal can also vary due to the use of fertilizers or rains that carry nutrients. The presence of nitrogen, then, is not definitive proof of the existence of trenches, but it provides indications that justify paying attention in certain regions. The National Search Commission has been trained to use this indicator.

In Baja California, a northern state with 17,306 missing persons cases, these strategies have already been used. They first analyzed 52 locations of known graves and deduced that, because of the way they were distributed, there was a high probability of finding more graves at a distance of between 18 and 28 kilometers from those already known. They also looked for possible "clandestine spaces" and identified that 32% of the territory of Baja California had the potential to be used for that purpose. Finally, they reviewed the concentration of chlorophyll in satellite images. The result was a useful accompaniment for some family brigades.

Recently, Ana Alegre and José Silván analyzed geospatial models that could explain the distribution of graves in 10 states. They found that the travel time it would take an offender to get from urban streets to the grave is the factor that most influences the location of graves. "The secrecy sought by perpetrators seemed less important than reducing the effort they invest in creating the grave," their article says.

In addition to collaborating with the government, CentroGeo researchers work with civil associations such as Regresando a casa Morelos and Fuerzas unidas por nuestros desaparecidos en Nuevo León (FUNDENL). Some time ago, the former asked them to survey a site. "We collected thermal images and three-dimensional models to provide information," says Silván. In addition, they gave a workshop for visual interpretation. Silván describes the members of "Returning Home Morelos" as dedicated people. "They want to find their loved ones, they are willing to learn anything, to analyze an image or fly a drone. To everything."

With information from the FUNDENL collective and support from the American Jewish World Service, CentroGeo created "Huellas de vida", a platform that crosses the information of unfound persons and unidentified bodies with data from objects found in clandestine burial sites in Nuevo León. The intention is to detect coincidences that will help solve cases.

The geographer points out that the investigation is advancing, while the forms and numbers of disappearances are multiplying. Other countries, he says, are installing ground penetration radars on drones, or are planning to use electronic noses as indicators of methane, an element that corpses release at a certain stage of decomposition. To search for missing persons from the Spanish Civil War, for example, patterns in geographic data were tracked to narrow down search sites.

The big pending issue is to evaluate the real contribution that geographic information has had in uncovering crime scenes. "It is complicated to have feedback, even with the National Commission, because they are not obliged to tell us where they have findings." It will be until they have the new reports when they will be able to collate the results and measure the impact of their contributions. For now, "it is complicated to attribute the findings to our tools and information".

For his part, the member of United for our Disappeared assures that the search groups are the ones who have found most of the clandestine graves currently located. The usual thing, he says, is that the governments do not have departments for this work and only search when they have declarations that oblige them to do so. With the collectives it is different, because "we receive anonymous information, and even if we have no information, we still schedule searches and go out".

Finding graves is the beginning of another loss. When they have reason to excavate, they use picks and shovels and, if they find human remains, the authorities (who usually accompany them) cordon off the area and proceed with their work. If they are not present, they call them. "From there, many times we don't know what's going on, we don't get feedback from the authorities. We say that the person we found is lost again." The problem is general, "the collectives complain that people get lost in the bureaucratic process". In few cases, they say, the Prosecutor's Office restores the identity of the disappeared.

While technology is integrated into the systematic searches, collectives such as United for our Disappeared ask society to share the information they have on missing persons. "We only want to find them, all the information that reaches the collectives is anonymous," says the interviewee whose identity we reserve. The authorities have accepted this, he assures.

For his part, José Silván comments that, as a result of the collaboration with COBUPEJ and other institutions, they are about to publish a book to disseminate techniques for the detection of graves that they tested during their work.n de fosas que probaron durante un año en dos sitios de inhumación controlados en Jalisco, así como otras experiencias recogidas a nivel nacional a través de la ciencia ciudadana que hacen las madres buscadoras. The book is entitled Interpreting Nature to Find Them and is coordinated by Tunuari Chavez, head of the COBUPEJ context unit, and Jose Silvan under the direction of commissioner Victor Avila.

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Top 10 Best Geospatial Companies

This guide highlights the top 15 GIS (Geographic Information Systems) companies leading the way with their cutting-edge solutions in mapping and spatial analysis. It points out how crucial GIS technology has become for making informed decisions in various sectors, given that understanding location data is key in today’s world. With the geospatial market set to grow from USD 8.1 billion in 2020 to an estimated USD 14.5 billion by 2030, finding the right GIS partner is more important than ever.

This list is designed to help organizations pick the best GIS company to work with. It includes companies known for their deep knowledge, wide range of geospatial services, and solid reputation in the field. These companies stand out for using the latest in GIS technology to solve real problems, helping businesses stay on top of the game in a world where data rules.

12th Wonder Founded: 2012 Headquarters: California, United States. Expanded presence in Ivory Coast, Japan, and India. 12thWonder has a global tech team of 100 employees with a diverse and expanding workforce. Key Services: – GIS Application Development (Web, Mobile, Desktop) – Remote Sensing & GIS, Photogrammetry, Drone, and LiDAR Services – Consulting Services in Geospatial Solutions

12th Wonder specializes in geospatial solutions, blending IT services with tailored GIS applications to meet the needs of various industries including utilities, telecom, mining, and urban planning. Their offerings range from developing GIS applications across different platforms to providing data services using advanced techniques like remote sensing and LiDAR. The company also offers consulting services to navigate complex geospatial challenges. Leveraging a team with deep domain expertise and a commitment to innovation, 12th Wonder aims to extend asset lifespan, standardize revenue, and efficiently meet people’s needs across the globe. Their approach to geospatial solutions emphasizes user centric design, agile development methodologies, and a collaborative relationship with clients to ensure tailored, industry specific outcomes.

FARO Technologies Founded: 1981 Headquarters: Lake Mary, Florida, USA Employee Count: 1,000+ Key Services: – 3D measurement, imaging, and realization technology – Computer aided measurement and imaging devices – Software for 3D modeling and analysis

FARO Technologies specializes in the design, development, and marketing of 3D measurement and imaging solutions. Serving a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, construction, engineering, and public safety, FARO’s technology facilitates the measurement and analysis of complex spaces and geometries.

Topcon Positioning Systems Founded: 1932 Headquarters: Livermore, California, USA Key Services: – Precision positioning technology – Software solutions for surveying and construction – Optical equipment for ophthalmology and medical diagnostics

Topcon Positioning Systems is a leading provider of precision equipment for the surveying, construction, and agriculture industries. They offer innovative solutions that combine GPS technology, optical, laser, and data collection systems, enhancing productivity and efficiency.

Precisely Founded: 1920 (as Pitney Bowes Inc.) Headquarters: Stamford, Connecticut, USA Key Services: – Data integrity software – Location intelligence solutions – Data quality and enrichment services

Now operating under the brand name Precisely, the company provides critical data integrity solutions, including location intelligence, data quality, and enrichment, to help clients make better decisions by understanding the relationships between data and geography.

DigitalGlobe (part of Maxar Technologies) Founded: 1993 Headquarters: Westminster, Colorado, USA Employee Count: Part of Maxar Technologies Key Services: – Earth observation and geospatial data – High-resolution satellite imagery – Advanced geospatial analytics solutions

As a leader in Earth observation and geospatial data, DigitalGlobe provides comprehensive imaging and analysis capabilities that enable clients across the globe to make critical decisions.(Read More…)

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Dept. of Defense - Contracts Awarded on July 14, 2023

U.S. Dept. of Defense Announced Contracts Awarded on July 14, 2023 Washington, DC (STL.News) The U.S. Department of Defense released the following statement: M.A. Mortenson Co., Minneapolis, Minnesota, was awarded a $67,384,000 firm-fixed-price contract to construct a training and collaboration center.  Bids were solicited via the Internet, with seven received.  Work will be performed in Layton, Utah, with an estimated completion date of January 19, 2026.  For fiscal 2023 military construction, Army funds for $67,384,000 were obligated at the time of the award. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Sacramento, California, is the contracting activity (W91238-23-C-0023). Applied Research Associates Inc., Albuquerque, New Mexico, was awarded a $24,128,896 cost-plus-fixed-fee contract for geospatial intelligence support services. Bids were solicited via the Internet, with one received.  Work will be performed in Raleigh, North Carolina, with an estimated completion date of July 13, 2026. Fiscal 2023 defense developmental test and evaluation funds in the amount of $24,128,896 were obligated at the time of the award. Army Contracting Command, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, is the contracting activity (W911QX-23-C-0010). General Dynamics Information Technology, Falls Church, Virginia, was awarded a $17,928,474 cost-plus-fixed-fee contract for information technology support services. Bids were solicited via the Internet, with one received. Work will be performed at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, with an estimated completion date of April 25, 2024. For fiscal 2010 operation and maintenance, Army funds in the amount of $17,928,474 were obligated at the time of the award. Army Contracting Command, Detroit Arsenal, Michigan, is the contracting activity (W50NH9-23-C-0009). Lockheed Martin Corp., Orlando, Florida, was awarded an $11,900,000 firm-fixed-price contract for Common Sensor Electronic Unit engineering support. Bids were solicited via the Internet, with one received. Work locations and funding will be determined with each order, with an estimated completion date of June 30, 2026. Army Contracting Command, Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, is the contracting activity (W58RGZ-23-D-0011). Dubuque Barge and Fleeting Service Co., doing business as Newt Marine Service,* Dubuque, Iowa, was awarded an $8,654,530 firm-fixed-price contract to construct an island in the Mississippi River in order to increase floodplain forest and fish overwintering areas. Bids were solicited via the Internet, with three received. Work will be performed in Bay City, Wisconsin, with an estimated completion date of October 31, 2027. Fiscal 2023 civil construction funds in the amount of $8,654,530 were obligated at the time of the award. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul, Minnesota, is the contracting activity (W912ES-23-C-0009). Weston Solutions Inc., Albuquerque, New Mexico, was awarded a $7,750,313 (P00006) modification to contract W912DY-20-F-0475 for regular and recurring maintenance for Defense Logistics Agency facilities. Work will be performed in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with an estimated completion date of August 13, 2024. Fiscal 2023 revolving funds in the amount of $7,750,313 were obligated at the time of the award. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville, Alabama, is the contracting activity. Air Force Contractor Integrated Data Services, El Segundo, California, has been awarded a $99,997,000 firm-fixed-price contract for comprehensive cost and requirements. This contract provides subject matter expert support for web comprehensive costs and requirements. Work will be performed at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, and is expected to be completed by July 31, 2028.  This contract was a sole-source acquisition. Fiscal 2023 procurement funds in the amount of $2,814,092 are being obligated at the time of award.  The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, is the contracting activity (FA8604-23-D-B004). (Awarded July 13, 2023) Frontline King George JV LLC, Silver Spring, Maryland, was awarded a $47,185,098 firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for civil engineering facility and equipment support services. This contract provides for all personnel, tools, supervision, and other items and services, to perform civil engineering support of government equipment and facilities for multiple customers located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. Work will be performed at Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio, and is expected to be completed by August 31, 2028.  This contract was a competitive acquisition, and eight offers were received. No funds will be allocated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio, is the contracting activity (FA8601-23-D-0009). L3Harris Technologies Inc., Colorado Springs, Colorado, has been awarded a $17,000,000 contract modification (P00203) to previously awarded contract FA8823-20-C-0004 for period four Space Fence System Sustainment Services. The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract to $705,851,350. Work will be performed in Colorado Springs, Colorado; Kwajalein Atoll, Republic of the Marshall Islands; Eglin Air Force Base, Florida; and Huntsville, Alabama, and is expected to be completed by January 31, 2024. Fiscal 2023 operations and maintenance funds in the amount of $11,000,000 are being obligated at the time of award. The Space Systems Center Directorate of Contracting, Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, Colorado, is the contracting activity. Textron Systems Corp., Hunt Valley, Maryland, was awarded a $12,018,807 firm-fixed-price contract for the repair of Joint Service Electronic Combat System Tester internal components. This contract provides for an end-to-end functional testing capability to determine the status of an electronic combat system installed in or on operational aircraft. Work will be performed in Hunt Valley, Maryland, and is expected to be completed by July 13, 2028. This contract was a sole-source acquisition. No funds are being obligated at the time of award.  The Air Force Sustainment Center, Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, is the contracting activity (FA8517-23-D-0006). D7 LLC, Colorado Springs, Colorado, was awarded a $11,054,453 firm-fixed-price contract for the design and build renovation project in Hangar 1002 on Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico. This contract provides a hoist crane and renovation of three floors of Hangar 1002, Island B, in preparation for the upcoming AC-130J mission. Work will be performed at Kirtland AFB, New Mexico, and is expected to be completed by December 13, 2024. This contract was a sole-source acquisition. Fiscal 2023 operational and maintenance funds in the amount of $11,054,453 are being obligated at the time of award. The Air Force Installation Contract Center, Kirtland AFB, New Mexico, is the contracting activity (FA9401-23-C-0016). Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency Raytheon Missiles and Defense, Tucson, Arizona, has been awarded an $81,000,000 modification (P00072) to cost-plus-fixed-fee contract HR0011-17-C-0025, excluding unexercised options, for more opportunities with the Hypersonic Airbreathing Weapon Concept Program.  The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract to $352,950,076 from $271,950,076. Work will be performed in Tucson, Arizona (99%) and Point Mugu, California (1%), with an estimated completion date of January 2026. Fiscal 2022 research and development funds in the amount of $114,734; and fiscal 2023 research and development funds in the amount of $57,068,058 are being obligated at the time of award. The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, Arlington, Virginia, is the contracting activity. U.S. Special Operations Command Teledyne FLIR Surveillance Inc., North Bellerica, Massachusetts, is being awarded an $8,317,505 firm-fixed-price, cost-plus-fixed-fee, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract (H-92241-23-D-0010) to provide Life-Cycle Contractor Support for the AN/ZSQ-3 Electro-Optical Infra-Red Imaging System for the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) Technology Applications Program Office. Fiscal 2023 operations & maintenance funding in the amount of $1,484,204 is being obligated at the time of award. The majority of the work will be performed in Fort Campbell, Kentucky, and is expected to be completed by June 30, 2028. This was a non-competitive award in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation 6.302-1. USSOCOM, MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, is the contracting activity. SOURCE: U.S. Department of Defense Read the full article

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Disaster response and management technology

Disaster response and management technology refer to a wide range of innovations that are designed to improve the ability of responders to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. Here's a brief overview of some of the ways technology is being used to improve disaster response and management, along with an example of how it works in practice.

Early Warning Systems: Technology can be used to monitor and detect potential disasters, such as earthquakes, hurricanes, and wildfires, in order to provide early warning to communities and emergency responders.

Example: The Pacific Disaster Center, a research center that specializes in disaster management, has developed a Global Hazard Atlas that uses real-time data and modeling to provide early warning and risk analysis for a variety of hazards, including hurricanes, earthquakes, and tsunamis.

Example: The American Red Cross has developed a mobile app called "Emergency" that provides real-time alerts and information about disasters in a user's area. The app also includes tools for emergency preparedness, such as checklists and first aid instructions. communication and coordination between responders and communities during and after disasters. This can include mobile apps, social media platforms, and satellite communications.

Geospatial Analysis: Technology can be used to collect and analyze data about disasters, such as damage assessments and resource needs, in order to guide response efforts and allocate resources more effectively.

Example: The Emergency Mapping and Data Center, a partnership between the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs and the European Space Agency, uses satellite imagery and other geospatial data to provide rapid damage assessments and other information to responders during and after disasters.

Robotics and Drones: Technology can be used to provide situational awareness and access to hard-to-reach areas during and after disasters. This can include drones and other unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) that can provide real-time aerial views of disaster areas.

Example: The RedZone Robotics D2 robot is a remote-controlled robot that can be used to inspect and assess damage to water and wastewater infrastructure after disasters, such as hurricanes and floods. The robot is equipped with sensors and cameras that can provide real-time data to responders and help to guide repair efforts.

Overall, disaster response and management technology are essential for improving the speed and effectiveness of response efforts and reducing the impact of disasters on communities. As technology continues to evolve, we can expect to see even more innovative solutions that leverage the power of technology to improve disaster response and management.

Sure, here are a few more examples of how technology is being used in disaster response and management:

Predictive Analytics: Technology can be used to analyze historical and real-time data to identify patterns and trends that can help to predict and mitigate future disasters.

Example: The University of California, Berkeley's Risk Reduction and Resilience Center has developed a system called "Resilience Analytics" that uses machine learning algorithms to predict the likelihood and impact of natural disasters, such as earthquakes and wildfires.

Wearable Devices: Technology can be used to monitor the health and safety of responders and communities during and after disasters. This can include wearable devices that can track vital signs, exposure to hazardous materials, and other health and safety indicators.

Example: The Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate has developed a wearable device called the "RESPONSE Smartwatch" that can monitor the health and safety of responders during disaster response efforts. The device can track vital signs, environmental conditions, and other factors that can impact the health and safety of responders.

Virtual and Augmented Reality: Technology can be used to provide immersive training and simulation experiences for responders and communities to prepare for disasters.

Example: The Center for Domestic Preparedness, a training facility operated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), uses virtual reality simulations to provide immersive training experiences for responders. The simulations can replicate disaster scenarios, such as chemical spills and mass casualty incidents, to help responders prepare for real-world situations.

Overall, technology is an increasingly important tool in disaster response and management efforts. By leveraging the power of technology, responders and communities can better prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters, ultimately reducing the impact on human life and infrastructure.

Here are a few more examples of how technology is being used in disaster response and management:

Artificial Intelligence: Technology can be used to analyze large amounts of data from various sources, such as social media and weather reports, to provide real-time situational awareness and decision-making support to responders.

Example: The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has developed a platform called "Artificial Intelligence for Disaster Response" (AIDR) that uses machine learning algorithms to automatically classify and filter social media messages related to disasters, in order to identify critical information that can aid in response efforts.

3D Printing: Technology can be used to quickly produce parts and supplies that are needed during disaster response efforts.

Example: Following the 2015 Nepal earthquake, the Field Ready organization used 3D printing technology to produce medical supplies and equipment that were urgently needed but in short supply. The organization used locally sourced materials and 3D printing technology to produce prosthetic limbs, crutches, and other medical supplies.

Example: The "Resilient Tunnel" project in Seattle, Washington is a multi-year effort to retrofit and improve the city's underground tunnels and infrastructure to make them more resilient to earthquakes and other disasters. The project includes the use of advanced sensors and other technologies to monitor and improve the safety and resilience of the tunnels.

Overall, technology is playing an increasingly important role in disaster response and management, helping to improve preparedness, response, and recovery efforts. As technology continues to evolve, we can expect to see even more innovative solutions that leverage the power of technology to mitigate the impact of disasters on human life and infrastructure.

Certainly, here are a few more examples of how technology is being used in disaster response and management:

Drones: Technology can be used to provide situational awareness and mapping capabilities during disaster response efforts, as well as to deliver critical supplies to hard-to-reach areas.

Example: Following Hurricane Harvey in 2017, drones were used to conduct damage assessments and identify areas where help was needed. Drones were also used to deliver critical supplies, such as medicine and food, to residents in hard-to-reach areas.

Blockchain: Technology can be used to securely and transparently manage the distribution of aid and resources during disaster response efforts, reducing the risk of fraud and corruption.

Example: The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has developed a blockchain-based system called "Building Blocks" to manage the distribution of aid to refugees in Jordan. The system uses blockchain technology to provide a transparent and secure ledger of aid transactions, reducing the risk of fraud and ensuring that aid is delivered to those who need it most.

Social Media: Technology can be used to help responders quickly identify areas where help is needed and communicate with affected communities.

Example: Following the 2017 earthquake in Mexico, the Mexican Red Cross used social media to rapidly identify areas where help was needed and communicate with affected communities. The organization used social media platforms such as Twitter and Facebook to share information about where to find aid and how to stay safe.

Overall, technology is playing an increasingly important role in disaster response and management, helping to improve preparedness, response, and recovery efforts. As technology continues to evolve, we can expect to see even more innovative solutions that leverage the power of technology to mitigate the impact of disasters on human life and infrastructure.

Finally, it is time for people on the earth to take necessary preliminary steps before the natural disaster to save the people as small as possible. Recently the disaster hit turkey and Seria is a very dangerous signal for every country, be careful and be curious about future Disasters.

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Geospatial Analytics Market  Market Detailed Survey On Size and Share by Industry Demand, Worldwide Research, Key Trends, Leading Players & Business Opportunities 2028

The Global Geospatial Analytics Market 2022 report covers a detailed study with the underlying influencing factors for the variations in the industry growth trends. The report also explains information about the market size, share, company growth, regional demands, trends, and technical analysis.

The study of the growth of the top market player for Geospatial Analytics Market in the target sector includes new projects with SWOT analysis, speculative returns, innovations, and study of the accessibility of companies.

The Global Geospatial Analytics Market size was valued at around USD 56.88 billion in 2020. The market is forecast to rise from USD 63.61 billion in 2021 to USD 147.58 billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 12.8% during the assessment period 2021-2028.

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Major Companies covered in Geospatial Analytics Market report:

Alteryx (California, U.S.)

Microsoft Corporation (New Mexico, U.S.)

Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Pennsylvania, U.S.)

CARTO (New York, U.S.)

Descartes Labs, Inc. (New Mexico, U.S.)

Esri (California, U.S.)

Google LLC (Alphabet Inc.) (California, U.S.)

Pitney Bowes (Connecticut, U.S.)

TomTom (Amsterdam, Netherlands)

Fugro (Leidschendam, Netherlands)

Swastik Synergy Engineering

Covid-19 Pandemic Impact on Global Market in 2022:

According to this report, the Global Geospatial Analytics Market Sector will rise from the Covid-19 pandemic impact at a moderate growth rate from 2022 to 2029. The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered unprecedented economic uncertainty in the business world. While some businesses are in relatively insulated due to low exposure, many others have been unable to escape the effects of the pandemic and are struggling financially. We aim to provide businesses with thoroughly researched market intelligence reports regarding this crisis so that they can formulate a well-informed market.

Scope of the Report:

Geospatial Analytics Market 2022 global industry research report is a professional and in-depth study on the Advanced Traffic Management Systems trends, share, size, growth, as well as industry analysis. Furthermore, size, the revenue shares of each segment and its sub-segments, as well as forecast figures are also covered in this report.

The Global Geospatial Analytics Market report is provided for the international markets as well as development trends, competitive landscape analysis, and key regions development status. Development policies and plans are discussed as well as manufacturing processes and cost structures are also analysed. This report additionally states import/export consumption, supply and demand Figures, cost, price, revenue, and gross margins.

The financial parameters which are assessed include the sales, profits and the overall revenue generated by the key players. Furthermore, the report offers a detailed analysis and information as per Geospatial Analytics Market Growth Analysis by manufacturers, segments helping our readers to get a comprehensive overview of the global Industry. Several players are planning to focus on developing cost-effective products or services, aiming to maintain a strong foothold in the market.

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DoD to extend intelligence agency program that helps track wildfires

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DoD to extend intelligence agency program that helps track wildfires

NGA provides firefighting agencies updated maps in 15 minute intervals on areas where fires are rapidly spreading.

WASHINGTON — The Pentagon announced it plans to extend a pilot program that provides imagery from satellites, drones, ground sensors and cameras to help track and combat wildfires. 

The National Geospatial Intelligence Agency (NGA) started the program in 2019, developing a tool that maps the location and shape of fires. Under this project, NGA provides firefighting agencies updated maps in 15 minute intervals on areas where fires are rapidly spreading.

A spokesman for NGA said the agency could not comment on what satellites provide the imagery or on any of the sources of the data used for this project, dubbed “Firefly.”

The State of California and the California National Guard first used the Firefly tool in 2019. The U.S. Forest Service in 2020 asked DoD to make this service available nationwide. “Recognizing the continuing value of the pilot program, DoD recently approved an extension of Firefly support, through September 2022,” Pentagon spokesman John Kirby said Sept. 3.

“This extension will provide time for the National Interagency Fire Center in consultation with the Department of Defense to develop a viable long-term solution for future funding and operation of Firefly,” he said. 

Data analytics tools

The U.S. Air Force provides infrared sensor data from missile-warning satellites to help domestic agencies spot and track fires. Satellite data is combined with other data to make fire mapping more accurate and anticipate wildfire locations.

Fireball International, an Australian company founded in February 2020, developed an artificial intelligence platform that analyzes imagery from satellites and ground-based cameras to detect and predict wildfires. 

The company uses Amazon’s cloud to analyze 2.5 million images and over 30 gigabytes of satellite data a day, according to a news release, and can alert authorities of potential wildfires within three minutes of smoke detection.

Fireball International began as an academic project at the University of California Berkeley to test how technology could be applied to improve the prediction and early detection of wildfires.

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Leading Top 15 Best Software Testing & Quality Assurance Global Companies

This guide highlights the top 15 software testing companies that consistently deliver high value from small, mighty teams. It emphasizes the critical role of QA testing in ensuring software quality in the fast-evolving tech landscape. Given the outsourced software testing market’s growth, from USD 3.56B in 2022 to an expected USD 5.28B by 2032, the selection of a reliable testing partner is key. This list is focused on aiding businesses in choosing the right testing partner. It features companies with significant experience, diverse service offerings, and strong industry reputations.

1. 12thWonder

Founded: 2012 Headquarters: California, United States. Expanded presence in Ivory Coast, Japan, and India. 12thWonder has a global tech team of 100 employees with a diverse and expanding workforce. Key services: 12thWonder offers a broad range of services including QA services (test automation, performance testing, mobile device testing, manual testing), mobile application development (iOS, Android), IoT, RFID, RPA, cloud services, and geospatial solutions. Their services focus on automation, digitization, and providing cutting-edge software solutions for maximum business efficiency. 12thWonder provides innovative tech solutions aimed at automating and digitizing business operations to enhance efficiency. With an emphasis on creating bespoke applications and products, the company caters to unique business needs across a variety of industries globally. Their approach is centered on interpersonal connections, agility, and collaboration, underlining a commitment to delivering tailored software solutions that address specific client challenges. The company’s expertise is not confined to software development; they also offer comprehensive QA services designed to ensure the delivery of high-quality digital products, emphasizing test automation, performance, mobile device, and manual testing methodologies to reduce costs and enhance product quality and customer satisfaction.

2. Testlio

Founded: 2012 Headquarter: in the United States Testlio specializes in managed app testing with a team size of 50–249 employees. Key services: They offer a comprehensive suite of testing services including end-to-end, usability, localization, functional, and payments testing, aiming to ensure world-class customer experiences across various devices and languages. Testlio stands out for its robust client services, global network of expert testers, and a flexible, on-demand testing platform .

3. AppSierra

Founded: 2015 Headquarters: in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India, with a team size of 50–249 employees. Key services: The company specializes in providing a wide range of services with a significant focus on testing services, alongside other software development solutions. They cater predominantly to small businesses, but also serve large and medium-sized enterprises across various industries. AppSierra prides itself on delivering quality-assured services, ensuring client satisfaction through viable and budget-friendly solutions.

4. ImpactQA Services

Founded: 2011 Headquarters: in New York, with operations in India, London, Dallas, Munich, and Germany. Key services: ImpactQA is a globally recognized software testing and QA consulting company. The company excels in delivering comprehensive testing services including quality engineering, AI-based test automation, performance engineering, and a full suite of continuous and automated testing services throughout the software development lifecycle. ImpactQA caters to a wide range of industries such as Healthcare, E-learning, BFSI, Ecommerce, Media, Logistics, Real Estate, and Medical Device Testing, serving both SMEs and Fortune 500 companies.

5. QAlified

Founded: 1992 Headquarters: in Uruguay and has a presence in the United States Key services: QAlified has a focus on solving quality problems by reducing risks, maximizing efficiency, and strengthening organizations. They are an independent partner experienced in various technologies for any type of software. With a team size of 10–49 employees, they specialize entirely in testing services, catering primarily to medium businesses but also serving small and large businesses across industries such as healthcare, IT, and financial services.

6. KiwiQA Services

Founded: 2009 Headquarter: Australia Key services: KiwiQA is a quality-focused and knowledge-centric firm specializing in a wide range of testing solutions across industry domains. With a team size of 50–249 employees, they are dedicated to providing world-class testing services, emphasizing risk management and implementable solutions. They have a strong expertise in delivering cost-effective, value-added testing services globally, including testing consultancy, test automation, specialized testing services, and managed testing services. KiwiQA has received several honors and awards, recognizing their excellence in the field. (Read More)

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Digital Map Market is Experiencing a Disruptive Growth, Owing to its Rapidly Growing USD 8.76 billion by 2025

Feb 11, 2021: Global Digital Map Market is anticipated to reach USD 8.76 billion by 2025. Digital map implies virtual images formed by configuring and gathering data into an image. It is also termed as “Cartography”. The technique of structuring and gathering data into a virtual image is termed as “Digital Formatting”. Digital mapping refers to the technique wherein data is gathered to produce maps, in the form of virtual images that indicates a certain geographical area, the rivers, main roads, and numerous significant landmarks such as airports, hospitals, and tourists from a specific region. Digital mapping technology is used to calculate distances between different places.

The factors that propel the growth of the Digital Map industry include the increasing adoption of innovative technology in surveying and making maps and rising adoption of digital maps in industries. The increase in competition among the suppliers of digital mapping is encouraging the retailers to upsurge their product portfolios and improve their skill to offer user-friendly maps to the clients. On the other hand, the factors that may hamper the growth of the market include high investment in data collection. Digital Map Market is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR of 11.5% in the upcoming period as the scope, product types, and its applications are increasing across the globe.

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The market may be analyzed by technology, usage, application, functionality, and geography. Also, the market may be analyzed by technology as LiDAR, GIS, Aerial Photography, Digital Orthophotography, and Others. The “LiDAR and orthophotography” segment surpassed the digital map industry in 2016 and is anticipated to maintain its dominance by 2025 owing to infrastructure development in several regions in the globe, disaster management, and reducing the costs associated with supply chain & logistics management.

The market may be analyzed by usage as Outdoor, and Indoor. The “Outdoor Usage” segment surpassed the market and is anticipated to maintain its dominance by 2025 owing to growing demand from indoor location-based facility providers. Digital Map Market may be analyzed by service as Development, Consulting, and Management. The “Development” segment surpassed the market and is anticipated to maintain its dominance by 2025 due to demand from location-based solutions and services.

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Digital Map industry may be analyzed by application as Retail and real estate, Construction and engineering, Energy and utilities, Government and defense, Logistics, travel, and transportation, Automotive, and Others (telecom and IT, BFSI, and media and entertainment,). The market may be analyzed by Functionality as GPS Navigation, Scientific, and Computerized.  Asia-Pacific accounted for the major share of the Digital Map Market Size in 2016 and will continue to lead in the forecast period. The factors that could be attributed to the growth include increase in use of smartphones and with respect to geospatial information.

Some of the key players that fuel the growth of the digital map industry comprise AutoNavi Holding Ltd., Yahoo! Maps, Apple Inc. Google Inc., Tom Tom NV, Micello Inc., NavInfo Co. Ltd., Zenrin, Bing Maps, ArcGIS Online, WoNoBo, MapSherpa, GeoMapserver, MapQuest, NearMap, Open StreetMap, Inrix, Mapion, Road trippers, Mappy, MapmyIndia, ViaMichelin, WikiMapia, Baidu Maps, and Bhuvan Magellan Navigation. The leading companies are taking up partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, and joint ventures in order to boost the inorganic growth of the industry.

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The WIRED25: Problem Solvers

The WIRED25 celebrates the 25 innovators who are using technology to lead society through this period of global uncertainty and pointing the way to a safer future. We’re featuring free online talks with leaders and innovators who are developing solutions to the world’s toughest challenges.

For more information about The WIRED25, visit: http://events.wired.com

Anthony S. Fauci, M.D. in conversation with Steven Levy, Editor at Large, WIRED

Marc Rogers, VP of Cybersecurity, Okta; Nate Warfield, Security Researcher, Microsoft; and Ohad Zaidenberg, Founder and Executive, CTI League in conversation with Andy Greenberg, Senior Writer, WIRED

Maddie Stone, Security Researcher, Google Project Zero in conversation with Lily Hay Newman, Senior Writer, WIRED

Ben Adida, Executive Director, VotingWorks in conversation with Lily Hay Newman, Senior Writer, WIRED

Dr. Lisa Piccirillo, Assistant Professor, Mathematics, MIT in conversation with Rhett Allain, WIRED Contributor

Patrice Peck, Journalist in conversation with Alan Henry, Service Editor, WIRED

Avi Schiffmann, Founder, The Coronavirus Tracker (ncov2019.live) in conversation with Megan Molteni, Staff Writer, WIRED

Audrey Tang, Digital Minister, Taiwan in conversation with Adam Rogers, Senior Correspondent, WIRED

David Saah, Professor and Director of Geospatial Analysis Lab at University of San Francisco and Managing Principal, Spatial Informatics Group and LeRoy Westerling, Professor of Management of Complex Systems, University of California, Merced in conversation with Daniel Duane, WIRED contributor

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Reasons to Choose GIS Certification Program as Your Career

Before starting a graduate program in geographic information science, most people want to know what the future of GIS jobs looks like. Fortunately, the prospects look extremely bright for GIS career growth.

So, why study GIS? Here are four compelling reasons to pursue a GIS career path:

A growing field with strong job prospects.

Competitive salaries that are rising.

A variety of work to suit all styles.

A chance to make a difference.

A Growing Field with Strong Job Prospects

With the rapidly increasing availability of geospatial data, APIs for platforms like Google Maps and integration into the Internet of Things, GIS professionals have more tools at their disposal than ever before. That growth, in turn, has made it possible for experts to address large-scale problems – from enhancing humanitarian efforts such as disease control and city planning to providing business intelligence solutions for product management and marketing.

According to P&S Market Research the global GIS market could be worth $17.5 billion by 2023. With that expansion comes greater demand for skilled surveyors, cartographers, photogrammetrists, GIS analysts and GIS experts. For example, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projected employment for cartographers and photogrammetrists to grow 19 percent between 2014 and 2024, much faster than the average of 7 percent for all other occupations.

Competitive Salaries that are Rising

The median salaries for GIS careers range from $54,170 per year for drafters to $137,943 for senior geomatics software engineers. In a 2017 URISA GIS salary survey of 3,000+ full-time GIS employees, the average salary of respondents was $71,000, an increase of 15 percent over 2010.

As GIS job opportunities and salaries continue to grow, there will be a high demand for professionals who combine the technical acumen to source accurate spatial data with the critical and spatial thinking skills to apply that information in solving complex problems.

A Variety of Work to Suit All Styles

Not the type who’s ever dreamed of sitting at a desk all day? Or are you exactly the type who wants to sit at a desk all day? The wonderful thing about GIS careers is there are ideal roles for different working styles.

Geospatial information touches many aspects of both the public and private sectors and just about every industry imaginable, from agriculture and aerospace to ecology and economics. If you want to work outdoors tracking wildlife in the Arctic, that’s one possibility. But if you’d rather spend your days tracking down insurance fraud in the Midwestern United States, location intelligence is a hot trend in the financial services industry. Or maybe you have a passion for infrastructure: Urban planning may be up your alley.

GIS professionals qualify for occupations in myriad fields. There are climate scientists who provide analyses to all sectors of the economy, health geographers who use technology to stop the spread of diseases and developers who create interactive maps and other robust GIS applications.

A Chance to Make a Difference

A career in GIS presents many opportunities to make an impact with the work you do. There’s no end to the spatial information to be mapped and analyzed.

You can put your GIS skills to use by helping develop a neighborhood, conserving a wildlife habitat or defending your nation as a service member. Whether you want to improve infrastructure, grow a business or streamline operations on a military base, you’ll have chances to shape the way humans interact with the world around them. GIS improves our understanding of the social, geological and temporal factors that contribute to some of the world’s most challenging problems.

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The University of Southern California offers a comprehensive selection of online GIS programs, including GIS master’s degrees and GIS Master certificates. This gives our students the ultimate flexibility in tailoring their education for their career goals. Click on the programs below to learn about our leading geographic information science education.

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Top Universities Offering Environmental Science Degrees

Top Universities Offering Environmental Science Degrees The Environmental Science industry is rapidly growing to provide a clear understanding of the various impacts humans and other factors have on the world and the effect they will have on future possibilities. As the industry is growing, more universities worldwide are adapting their curriculum to offer potential students the opportunity to dive into this industry and gain the skills to create a sustainable future. This article introduces a few of the top environmental programs at universities in the United States to give prospective students a clearer understanding of the various concentrations they may want to study and where some of top universities are located. Brown University (Providence, RI) offers two Environmental Science programs – Earth, Environmental & Planetary Sciences and Ecology & Evolutionary Biology. The DEEPS programs research different issues effecting Earth and planets, while The DEEB program focuses on understanding different biological systems and how different organisms affect them. In the Earth, Environmental & Planetary Sciences program, students can focus on Geophysics, Climate & Environment, Planetary Perspective, Environmental Science and Geochemistry. Tuition: $55,466 Columbia University’s (New York, NY) Department of Earth & Environmental Sciences offers both Undergraduate and Graduate degree programs. The University offers two undergrad degrees – Environmental Science and Earth Science – both of these majors require a senior thesis research project. Tuition: $59,430 Dartmouth’s (Hanover, NH) Department of Environmental Studies offers both graduate and undergraduate programs that focus on human-environment interactions and how environmental degradation is an escalating issue. In the undergraduate program the university offers an elective focus which allows students to pick the emphasis of their Environmental Studies’ degree. Tuition: $55,453 Duke‘s (Durham, NC) Nicholas School of the Environment offers Undergraduate, Master, Doctoral and certification programs. The Undergrad Programs offers concentrations in Earth & Ocean Sciences, Environmental Sciences & Policy and Marine Science & Conservation. Their Graduate Programs offer degrees from Master of Environmental Management, Master of Forestry, International Master of Environmental Policy and more. The school offers a variety of certifications for each of their programs from undergrad to doctoral. Tuition: $55,695 Harvard‘s (Cambridge, MA) John A. Paulson School of Engineering & Applied Sciences offers the option to pursue a BA or BS in Environmental Science & Engineering, throughout both of these programs, students are educated on environmental issues and encouraged to find solutions. Tuition: $50,420 Humboldt State University (Humboldt, CA) offers three Environmental degree programs – Environmental Resources Engineering (BS), Environmental Science and Management (BS) and Environmental Studies (BA). In the Environmental Science and Management program, Humboldt offers six concentrations – Ecological Restoration, Environmental Planning & Policy, Energy & Climate, Environmental Education & Interpretation, Environmental & Natural Resources Recreation and Geospatial Science. Within each of their Environmental Programs the university offers a plethora of minor programs and certifications that will add to your qualifications when you graduate and are entering the Environmental Industry. Tuition: $7,675 (in-state) and $19,555 (out-of-state) Stanford University offers a few environmental themed programs for undergraduates, these include: Civil Engineering (BS) with a concentration in Environmental & Water Studies, Energy Resources Engineering (BS), and Environmental Systems Engineering (BS) Tuition: $51,354 University of California – Berkeley (Berkeley, CA) has multiple departments that offer environmental themed degrees: Environmental Design (BA), Environmental Economics & Policy, Landscape Architecture & Environmental Planning (BA), Environmental Sciences, Conservation & Resources, Forestry & Natural Resources, Molecular Environmental Biology, and Society & Environment. Tuition: $14,184 (in-state) and $43,176 (out-of-state) University of California – Davis (Davis, CA) offers a plethora of degrees related to environmental studies, this includes: Agricultural & Environmental Education, Ecological Management & Restoration, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Horticulture & Urban Forestry, Environmental Policy Analysis & Planning, Environmental Science & Management, environmental Toxicology, and Evolution, Ecology, 7 Biodiversity. UC Davis also offers opportunities for research, hands on field experience, and access to restoration projects. Tuition: $14,402 (in-state) and $43,394 (out-of-state) University of Chicago (Chicago, IL) offers degrees in Environmental Science (BS) and Environmental & Urban Studies. Their programs focus on the impacts of humans how students can make a difference socially, politically, and economically. Tuition: $58,230 University of Florida (Gainesville, FL) offers degrees in Environmental Management in Agriculture & Natural Resources (BA) and Environmental Sciences (BA/BS). UF approaches complex environmental issues from different perspectives give their students a better understanding of the different variables in these issues. Tuition: $6,381 (in-state) and $28,659 (out-of-state) University of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia, PA) offers a wide range of environmental related degrees including: Environmental Anthropology, Earth Science Environmental Science (BA), Environmental Policy & Management (BS), Environmental Policy & Application (BA), General Environmental Studies (BA), Global Environmental Systems (BA), and Sustainability & Environmental Management. The university gives graduates the skills understand environmental issues - both local and global, the policies that are set regarding them and how to change them if necessary. Tuition: $55,584 Yale (New Haven, CT) offers degrees in Environmental Engineering(BS) and Environmental Studies (BA/BS). Yale provides their students with the opportunities for field work, lab experience, and research analytical skills. They require all students to design and conduct a research project. Tuition: $53,430 During the search for the perfect university, prospective students will need to find the perfect balance between potential opportunities, financial repercussion and location for their unique needs. This list is an introduction to the plethora of opportunities available in the environmental industry and encourages prospective students to further research which concentration in environmental studies they are most passionate about. Michael DeSafey is a leading executive recruiter for professionals in the construction, engineering and environmental industries. He is currently the President of Webuild Staffing www.webuildstaffing.com . 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Satellite Images Before And After Australia's Bushfires Reveal a Devastating Contrast

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Satellite Images Before And After Australia's Bushfires Reveal a Devastating Contrast

There is no doubt that Australia’s Black Summer last year was absolutely devastating. Fires across the country burnt through 186,000 square kilometres (72,000 square miles) of land, killing 34 people, while billions of animals were affected.  

But there’s something particularly chilling about seeing the end results of the blaze.

Australian aerial analysis company Geospatial Intelligence has worked with the New South Wales (NSW) government to capture before and after images of the state, and the pictures are devastating.

Large areas that once contributed to the green and thriving regions around Australia’s extreme, hot interiors now look barren.

NSW before the 2019/20 fire season. (Geospatial Intelligence)

NSW after the 2019/20 fire season. (Geospatial Intelligence)

The images were taken during 2019, before the bushfire season, with a second set then taken immediately after the bushfires in early 2020.

Although the photos are heartbreaking, they do give governments important information about the landscape, giving data about fire scars, vegetation levels, as well as property and infrastructure damage.

Mogo on the South Coast, before and after the fire season. (Geospatial Intelligence)

“It has a very, very high value in the pre-fire planning periods, so this period now coming up into the fire season,” Geospatial Intelligence CEO Rob Coorey told ABC News.

“It’s not one panacea which is going to be the solution to everything … but it has a really great role to play and is, in actual fact, very cost-effective when you’re looking at the sorts of things the [government] uses it for.”

Before the 2019/20 fire season. (Geospatial Intelligence)

After the 2019/20 fire season. (Geospatial Intelligence)

The difference in the images this company can provide compared so something like Google Maps is the resolution. Sentinel satellites, often used by Google for example, have around 30-250 metres per pixel, while some of the satellites Geospatial have access to can be 1.5 metres per pixel.

“It isn’t like our human eye,” Coorey told Canberra Weekly, “we can use computers to analyse these images in very fine detail and see the effects of vegetation.”

This isn’t the first time we’ve seen the Black Summer bushfires from the air - astronaut Christina Koch shared some images from the ISS in a particularly heartfelt tweet - but with a Christmas marked by masks for filtering smoke-choked skies, constant blazes, and weather phenomenon caused by the blazes, it’s hard to understate just how damaging the fires were. 

While Australia’s bushfire season is shaping up to be thankfully less devastating than last year’s blaze, these kinds of technologies will likely be more and more a part of our lives as the planet continues to heat up. 

Obviously, Australia isn’t the only place that’s experiencing ever more devastating fires, with the California fires currently out of control, while the Arctic, the Amazon and central Asia have also been dealing with their own worse-than-usual fires.

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GIS - An inescapable role in Autonomous Vehicle

Self-driving car is no new eye-popping technology in today’s time as streets of California, Texas, Arizona and many more have already seen one of them. GIS has a crucial role in carving out the path ahead for autonomous vehicles.  Processing unit, the brain of the car, analyses and takes decisions smoothly. Lidar’s point cloud concept detects the distance, angle and velocity with absolute precision. Radar along with inertial measurement units, gyroscope and a wheel encoder send accurate signals preventing potential accidents. Cameras perceive traffic signs or any colors and textures. Sensors and computer-vision algorithms help to comply with traffic laws. Meanwhile, GIS navigation guides the best route to its destination. Thus with integration of advanced road mapping, effective perception and thorough safety measures, a driverless car is ready to roll the streets. 

 SATPALDA is a leading provider of geospatial products and services. The company is also a reseller of multiple satellite data products and has a proven track record of delivering project-critical geospatial products, including satellite imagery, UAV imagery, elevation models, LULC maps, Planimetry, terrain solutions etc. For more information, visit www.satpalda.com.