Applications of Satellite Imagery

Environmental Monitoring

• Climate Change: Track changes in ice caps, sea levels, and vegetation patterns.
• Deforestation: Monitor forest cover and detect illegal logging activities.
• Biodiversity: Assess habitats and track wildlife movements.
• Water Resources: Monitor water quality, manage watersheds, and detect droughts.

Urban Planning

• Land Use: Classify and analyze land use patterns and urban sprawl.
• Infrastructure Development: Plan and monitor the development of roads, buildings, and other infrastructure.
• Green Spaces: Identify and plan urban green spaces and parks.
• Transportation Networks: Optimize routes and manage traffic flow.

Disaster Management

• Natural Disasters: Detect and monitor events such as floods, earthquakes, and hurricanes.
• Damage Assessment: Evaluate the extent of damage post-disaster to aid in recovery efforts.
• Early Warning Systems: Develop systems to predict and warn about potential disasters.
• Resource Allocation: Plan and distribute resources efficiently during and after disasters.