Water management
Sustainable water resource management
Earth observation data can support sustainable water management through detailed monitoring of water body extent, water quality and groundwater resources.
We promote sustainable water management using a variety of data sources. This includes the use of optical and radar satellite data for the derivation of water quality and quantity, as well as gravitation data to monitor groundwater resources.
Sustainable agricultural
Analysis of soil and vegetation parameters
Earth observation data delivers useful information to support the transition to sustainable agricultural practices.
Our high-level data products for precision and sustainable agriculture are developed and validated through practice-oriented methods directly with farmers.
Habitat monitoring
Monitoring and preserving biodiversity
Earth observation effectively captures biodiversity and supports nature conservation.
Our habitat and cultural landscape classification tool supports decision-making for conservationists to maintain and manage diverse habitats and landscapes.
Infrastructure monitoring
Detection of surface deformation
Earth observation facilitates the early detection of surface uplift and subsidence allowing for timely detection of infrastructure hazards caused by natural and anthropogenic activities.
We use SAR interferometry methods to detect movements of buildings, bridges, railways and streets on a milimeter scale.
Remote sensing as your solution?
Get in touch!
We are always eager to take on new challenges. If you have a problem you think remote sensing could solve, write us an email at fernlab@gfz.de and let's talk!