geobr

geobr is an open-source R and Python package designed to provide easy access to official spatial datasets of Brazil. It significantly streamlines the process of downloading, reading, and organizing various geographic information directly within a user's analytical environment. This tool eliminates the need for manual data sourcing from disparate government websites, offering a centralized and programmatically accessible solution.

The package supports a wide array of official Brazilian spatial data, including administrative boundaries, population census data, land use classifications, and socio-economic indicators. By integrating directly with R and Python, geobr empowers researchers, data scientists, and analysts to efficiently incorporate high-quality, official geospatial data into their projects.

Its development by IPEA (Institute for Applied Economic Research) ensures the reliability and accuracy of the data sources, making it a valuable resource for studies on Brazil's geography, demographics, environment, and urban development. The package promotes reproducible research by providing a consistent and documented method for data acquisition.