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On 50th Anniversary of Earth Day, New App Engages Citizen Scientists

Earth Challenge 2020 involves map-based citizen science apps to collect key metrics for the fiftieth anniversary of Earth Day.

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Reveal: Uncovering the Hidden World of Sinkholes

Karst geology and infrastructure failure can cause sinkholes. Sensors and mobile apps can help mitigate these problems before they surface.

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Dr. Jane Goodall: Patient Observation Lets You See What Others Can’t

The Jane Goodall Institute makes use of geospatial technology to increase the scale and pace of conservation impact.

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Winter Sports Advocates Map Economic Impact of Climate Change

Protect Our Winters uses GIS to research the economic impacts of low snow totals, using dollars and cents as a motivator in their outreach.

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A Real-time System Ensured a Comprehensive Cold Case Search

Mobile map-based apps gave searchers the tools to conduct a quick and comprehensive search.

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Illinois State Police Adopt Digital Apps to Secure the State Fair

The Illinois State Police used the Illinois State Fair as a testing ground for real-time digital apps, spurring adoption in everyday operations.

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Sensors and Systems Keep Mississippi River Traffic Flowing

The US Army Corps of Engineers use GIS to take in signals from sensors to analyze barge traffic flows and improve movement.

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How San Antonio Beefed Up Security for NCAA Final Four

San Antonio deployed real-time location intelligence to combat fears and enhance public safety during the NCAA Final Four events.

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Toronto Police Use Maps and Apps to Strengthen Community-Based Policing

Mapping apps deliver targeted information to police officers in the field that improve their community connections.

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Real-time Map Helps Bergen Deliver a World-Class Cycling Race

Real-time awareness helped Bergen deliver a well-coordinated nine-day bicycle race, leading to a new public safety approach for all of Norway.

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Sustainably Growing the Blue Economy through Shared Ocean Information

Innovative shared ocean data and mapping efforts are resulting in better economic and environmental decisions for sustaining the blue economy.

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Ireland Provides All Citizens with a Greater Sense of Place

The innovative GeoHive spatial data sharing and mapping platform helps Ordnance Survey Ireland deliver maps that align with citizen’s lives.

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