Welcome to our Remote Sensing and GIS Blog.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, our earth observation blog will explore the tools, trends, and techniques that are changing how we see, analyse, and respond to the world around us.
Welcome to the Swift Geospatial Earth Observation Blog – your go-to space for insights into the ever-evolving world of geospatial technology. This earth observation blog is designed to bring clarity and understanding to the current issues shaping the fields of GIS, satellite imagery, and the practical applications of Earth monitoring.
- January 23rd, 2025
Let’s take a decade-by-decade walk into the history books and discover the evolution of GIS and the critical role of aerial photography in its growth into a vital element of today's technological driven society.
- November 28th, 2024
Planet’s Forest Carbon is a first-of-its-kind satellite-powered solution that measures and monitors aboveground forest carbon with unmatched accuracy and scale. The product leverages Planet’s high-resolution satellite imagery and advanced deep learning models trained on LiDAR data, providing precise measurements of forest carbon stocks and changes.
- November 25th, 2024
With our expertise in satellite imagery and remote sensing, we offer a range of services that not only streamline day-to-day mining operations but also help companies meet regulatory requirements and reduce their environmental footprint.
- October 31st, 2024
With our expertise in satellite imagery and remote sensing, we offer a range of services that not only streamline day-to-day mining operations but also help companies meet regulatory requirements and reduce their environmental footprint.
- October 28th, 2024
Swift Geospatial is excited to participate in the Deforestation-Free Summit 2025, where Co-founder Michael Breetzke will present a case study on successful deforestation monitoring using satellite technology. With the upcoming EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), Swift Geospatial is ready to support companies in meeting compliance standards and advancing their sustainability goals.
- October 16th, 2024
We're on the brink of a new era in satellite technology, and the Wyvern Constellation is leading the charge. This groundbreaking advancement is set to revolutionize the way we observe and interact with our planet. Whether it’s tracking environmental changes, boosting agricultural efficiency, managing resources, or enhancing national security, Wyvern's high-resolution data is changing the game.
- October 4th, 2024
The European Commission’s recent proposal to delay the implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) by one year is a timely opportunity for businesses, especially those that deal with commodities such as soy, beef, coffee, and timber.
- September 25th, 2024
In 2022, the world’s population surpassed 8 billion and is set to reach 8.5 billion by 2030. This level of population growth places increasing pressure on the environment and will inevitably increase GHG emissions. How can technology help not only monitor but also mitigate emission production?
- September 23rd, 2024
Planet’s Dove satellites are truly transforming Earth monitoring, offering a level of detail and frequency that is unmatched in the industry. As we continue to explore the possibilities, these tiny but mighty satellites are set to revolutionize how we understand and manage our planet.
- September 13th, 2024
To learn more about this partnership and hear directly from Michael Breetzke, click the link below to read the full article with Planet and watch the accompanying video.
- September 4th, 2024
Maxar’s Legion satellites are truly in a league of their own, thanks to their jaw-dropping ultra-high resolution and incredibly frequent revisit capability. This combo makes Legion an absolute game-changer for a whole range of applications.
- May 29th, 2024
The cocoa industry is grappling with an unprecedented crisis as cocoa prices skyrocket, doubling since the beginning of the year, as key producing countries in Africa are hard-hit by extreme climate change events, outbreaks of disease impacting crops and financial uncertainty. How have smallholder cocoa farmers been impacted and what can be done to help them? How does the EU Deforestation Regulation factor into this, given that cocoa is listed as one of the high-risk deforestation commodities?










