Conferences and Workshops

The Airborne Visible Infrared Imaging Spectrometer (AVIRIS) is a NASA JPL instrument designed to collect hyperspectral imagery of Earth's surface. It plays a crucial role in various scientific research missions, monitoring environmental impacts, natural hazards, and ecological changes across diverse landscapes. The project offers access to collected data, flight planning information, and research publications.

AmericaView is a nationwide consortium dedicated to promoting Earth observation education, outreach, and research. It collaborates with the USGS National Land Imaging Program and other partners to advance spatial literacy and remote sensing applications. The organization supports various initiatives, including workshops and participation in key geospatial conferences.

OSGeo, the Open Source Geospatial Foundation, champions the global adoption of open geospatial technology. It serves as an inclusive software foundation, supporting a wide array of open-source projects and initiatives. The foundation provides resources for community engagement, education, and news within the open-source geo ecosystem.

The Spatial Data Science Conference (SDSC) brings together professionals from Geospatial, Analytics, and Data Science fields. It focuses on the latest advances in spatial analytics, relevant use cases, and new types of location data. SDSC provides a unique opportunity for networking, upskilling, and understanding industry evolution across private and public sectors.

The Center for Sustainability and the Global Environment (SAGE) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison conducts interdisciplinary research. It focuses on regional and global environmental problems, examining the complex interactions between environmental systems, natural resources, and human activities, while also providing data and models.

FOSS4G is an annual, international conference dedicated to Free and Open Source Software for Geospatial. It serves as a global gathering for the geo-community, fostering sharing and collaboration since its inception in Bangkok in 2004. The event has grown to be a leading platform within the mapping and geospatial community.

Pytroll is an easy-to-use, modular, free, and open-source Python framework designed for the processing of Earth Observation (EO) satellite data. Its packages are suitable for both research and development (R&D) environments and 24/7 operational production. The framework focuses on atmospheric applications and imaging sensors, supporting a wide range of Earth sciences.

The FOSSGIS e.V. is a registered non-profit organization committed to advancing the use and development of free GIS software and open geodata. It serves as a central hub for the FOSSGIS community in German-speaking regions, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange. The association achieves its goals through organizing significant events like conferences and hackweekends, alongside supporting various community initiatives.