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Leveraging Daily Satellite Imagery for Advanced Geospatial Analytics: A Practical Guide

Traditional methods of geospatial data collection, like field surveys and aerial imagery, are costly, labor-intensive, and often outdated. Advancements in satellite technology provide near-daily, accurate data, enabling organizations to conduct efficient geospatial analysis for better decision-making, from land management to…...


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Driving Innovative Approaches for Proactive Disaster Management: The Aosta Valley of Northern Italy

Getting ahead of natural disasters is no easy feat, especially in a geographically challenging area like the Aosta Valley of Northern Italy. Home to the Italian slopes of Mont Blanc, this region separates the Pennine Alps from the Graian Alps…

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News

Planet Launches First Tanager-1 Hyperspectral Satellite and 36 SuperDoves with SpaceX

We are thrilled to announce today that our first hyperspectral satellite, Tanager-1, along with 36 SuperDoves (Flock 4BE) were successfully launched into orbit during the Transporter-11 Rideshare mission with SpaceX, which lifted off from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Friday, August…

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Technology

The Power of Remote Sensing Satellite Images to Help Protect and Preserve Public Lands

The Bureau of Land Management's new public lands rule highlights the growing importance of satellite imagery in conservation. With Planet's remote sensing technology, government agencies gain invaluable insights to monitor ecosystems, prevent illegal activities, and protect forests, wetlands, and wildlife,…

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Tanager-1 Is Ready for Launch: Planet’s First Hyperspectral Satellite

We are proud to announce today that our first hyperspectral satellite, Tanager-1—made possible by the Carbon Mapper Coalition and its philanthropic partners—is ready for launch. The spacecraft arrived at Vandenberg Space Force Base on June 3rd in preparation for liftoff as early as July on board the Transporter-11 Rideshare mission with SpaceX. […]

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tech

How Governments Use Near-Daily Earth Data to Better Manage Subsidy Payouts

Monitor change and verify eligibility with broad area management.

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How Governments Use Near-Daily Earth Data to Improve Environmental Compliance

Detect and respond to violations with broad area management.

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