Google Earth Engine
Google Earth Engine is a powerful cloud-based platform for planetary-scale geospatial analysis. It offers a multi-petabyte catalog of satellite imagery and geospatial datasets, updated daily, enabling scientists, researchers, and developers to detect changes, map trends, and quantify differences on Earth's surface.
Key Features
- Extensive Data Archive: Access over 80 petabytes of historical and current geospatial data, including more than 30 years of satellite imagery.
- Powerful API: Available in Python and JavaScript for seamless integration and custom analysis.
- Interactive Tools: Web-based code editor for rapid algorithm development with instant data access.
- Timelapse Visualization: Explore 37 years of satellite imagery to observe planetary changes over time.
Use Cases
- Scientific Research: Used for remote sensing, environmental monitoring, and predicting disease outbreaks.
- Humanitarian Impact: Supports natural resource management and disaster response through data insights.
- Commercial Applications: Now available for commercial use, alongside free access for academic and research purposes.
Google Earth Engine stands out with its integration of Google's cloud infrastructure, making petabyte-scale analysis accessible and efficient for diverse global challenges.
