Who We Are

Geospatial data and analysis is critical for conservation, from planning to implementation and measuring success. Every day, mapping and spatial analysis are aiding conservation decisions, protected areas designation, habitat management on reserves and monitoring of wildlife populations, to name but a few examples. The Geospatial group focuses on all aspects of this field, from field surveys to remote sensing and data development/analysis to GIS systems.

The ability to visualize and analyze spatial data underpins many areas of conservation, this group may serve as a landing point and gateway for those new to conservation technology. Through promotion of learning resources, and aforementioned groups of overlapping interest, this group can expand the horizons of newcomers and deepen the knowledge of veterans.

How to Get Started

Want to learn more about how remote sensing is used in conservation? Check out the first two episodes of this season of Tech Tutors, where our Tutors answer the questions How do I use open source remote sensing data to monitor fishing? and How do I access and visualise open source remote sensing data in Google Earth Engine? You can also check out our Virtual Meetup Archive for a range of panels that overlap with Geospatial topics, or take a look at our Earth Observation 101 lecture series from Dr. Cristian Rossi.
 

Our Purpose

The WILDLABS Geospatial Group is for conservation practitioners, geospatial analysts, and academics who want to:

1. Share geospatial resources, best practices, data, and ideas;
2. Network amongst geospatial and data practitioners;
3. Create peer learning opportunities;
4. Promote the use of free and open-source geospatial software; and
5. Improve the use of GIS software and geospatial analyses in conservation management and research.