Space Intelligence Advances Nature Mapping with Satellite Data
Space Intelligence, an innovative company based in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK, is making strides in the field of nature mapping through the utilization of satellite data. Recently, it secured a noteworthy investment from AzureX Space Ventures and Intercontinental Exchange. Although the exact amount of this investment has not been disclosed, the resources will be pivotal for the company as it seeks to enhance its global mapping capabilities across the world’s forests. The primary aim of this initiative is to support the development and financing of forest carbon projects, which are essential for tackling climate change and promoting sustainability. Additionally, Space Intelligence is committed to monitoring the environmental impact within corporate supply chains, such making the investment even more significant in the context of today’s environmental concerns.
Under the leadership of CEO Dr.
Murray Collins, Space Intelligence positions itself as a leader in the NatureTech sector, facilitating the dual objectives of zero deforestation and the mass restoration of biodiverse forests around the globe. The company harnesses a unique blend of expertise in remote sensing, data analytics, and forest ecology, which allows it to deliver high-quality nature mapping data to stakeholders involved in forest carbon initiatives and nature impact reporting. Currently, its data catalog covers an impressive 640 million hectares across seven countries, providing vital information about land cover, deforestation rates, and regrowth patterns. By the end of the second quarter of 2025, Space Intelligence plans to broaden its dataset to include more than 35 additional countries, further strengthening its impact and reach.
Co-founded by Dr. Murray Collins and Professor Ed Mitchard, who collectively boast nearly four decades of experience in academic and practical research involving remote sensing, Space Intelligence has grown to employ over 50 staff members. This talented workforce includes around 20 mapping scientists and ecologists who are dedicated to advancing the company's mission. The products developed by Space Intelligence are currently utilized by some of the largest developers and investors engaged in forest carbon projects on a global scale. As part of its ongoing commitment to innovation, the company is also set to unveil new data products in the fourth quarter of this year, which will offer near real-time monitoring of deforestation and degradation. Such advancements will significantly aid in enhancing risk management capabilities and provide a more robust framework for environmental monitoring efforts.
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