Latitudo 40 Monthly Digest - September 2024
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Welcome to the September 2024 Issue of Latitudo 40's Monthly Digest.
As every month, we'll continue to explore the latest news and novelties of Latitudo 40.
TECH UPDATES
Driving Urban Resilience and Sustainability: Latitudo 40’s Project for DINAPSIS
Latitudo 40 collaborated with DINAPSIS on a project aimed at tackling urban and environmental challenges in high-density areas such as Benidorm, Santa Pola, and L'Alfàs del Pi. The goal was to enhance the sustainable management of green infrastructure and strengthen urban resilience against climate change in these key regions.
Focusing on the integration of nature-based solutions (NBS) into urban environments, Latitudo 40 brought its expertise in satellite remote sensing and geospatial data analysis to provide data-driven insights for decision-making. Our technology supported the evaluation of urban environments and the performance of green infrastructure using key layers like Tree Cover Density, Park Cool Islands (PCI), and the Microclimatic Performance Index (MPI).
Latitudo 40 contributed to several key objectives:
By integrating our data into the project, we helped local stakeholders make informed decisions on managing urban heat, optimizing green spaces, and addressing the environmental pressures that come with high tourist density. This approach enabled more efficient planning and management of urban growth, supporting both sustainability and quality of life in the region.
Interested in how Latitudo 40’s solutions can drive urban resilience and sustainability in your city? Contact us to explore our geospatial tools designed for smarter cities.
TECH SPOTLIGHTS
The Microclimatic Performance Index: Building Resilient Cities Through Data
The Microclimatic Performance Index (MPI) is a layer that evaluates the ability of Urban Green Infrastructure (UGI) to mitigate the Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect. Leveraging data such as Tree Cover Density (TCD) and Land Cover Classes, MPI quantifies the cooling potential of green spaces based on factors like shading, evapotranspiration, and albedo. This systematic approach provides urban planners, environmentalists, and policymakers with a data-driven metric to optimize urban temperature regulation efforts.
How does MPI works?
The MPI layer aggregates various environmental parameters to assess the cooling impact of green infrastructure in urban settings. The index rates UGI areas for their ability to reduce local temperatures, a crucial factor in improving the livability of dense urban areas, especially during heatwaves. By offering a standardized method to evaluate microclimates, MPI enables cities to prioritize green space enhancements where they are most needed.
As cities grow and face increasing environmental challenges, innovative tools are needed to guide sustainable urban development. By measuring the cooling potential of parks, tree canopies, and other green infrastructure, the MPI helps decision-makers create healthier, more resilient cities. Below, we explore the key use cases of the MPI and how it is making a difference across various sectors:
Ready to learn how the Microclimatic Performance Index (MPI) layer can help your city optimize green infrastructure and combat urban heat? Explore the full potential of MPI and discover how it can drive smarter, more sustainable urban planning.
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LATITUDO 40 BRIEFS
Latitudo 40 Partners with Stratobotic to Deliver High-Resolution Geospatial Solutions
We are excited to announce a new and strategic partnership between Latitudo 40 and Stratobotic. This collaboration marks an important step forward for both companies, as we combine our unique strengths in satellite remote sensing, geospatial data analysis, and stratospheric monitoring technology to create next-generation solutions for Earth observation.
As cities, industries, and governments continue to seek more precise and real-time data for decision-making, this partnership will focus on providing innovative and high-resolution data, leveraging the power of both satellite and stratospheric imagery to enhance urban planning, environmental monitoring, and climate resilience initiatives.
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Stratobotic’s high-resolution imagery will be integrated into Latitudo 40's EarthDataPlace, a geospatial marketplace designed to offer a wide range of satellite and Earth observation data. Through this collaboration, users of EarthDataPlace will gain access to Stratobotic's stratospheric imagery for both archive and tasking services, expanding the platform’s offerings and allowing for greater data flexibility and precision in critical decision-making processes.
One of the innovative aspects of this partnership is the development of a white-label platform for Stratobotic. This custom marketplace will enable Stratobotic to offer their high-resolution imagery directly to their own customer base, while still benefiting from Latitudo 40's powerful geospatial data infrastructure. As part of our joint efforts, we will develop showcases that highlight real-world applications of our integrated technologies. These demonstrations will offer potential clients a clear understanding of how combining satellite and stratospheric data can address key urban, environmental, and industrial challenges.
As we move forward, Latitudo 40 and Stratobotic will continue to develop and refine solutions that cater to the evolving needs of our clients, while pushing the boundaries of geospatial technology to new heights.
We’re looking forward to sharing more updates on how this collaboration is shaping the future of urban planning, climate monitoring, and sustainable development.
Stay tuned for the latest developments from Latitudo 40 and Stratobotic as we embark on this exciting journey to revolutionize Earth observation.
Empowering Smarter Cities: Highlights from the FIWARE Global Summit in Naples
We had the incredible opportunity to sponsor and participate in the FIWARE Global Summit in Naples, and it was nothing short of amazing!
For those unfamiliar with FIWARE , it’s a global initiative that defines and implements key open standards through open-source technologies. These standards enable the development of portable, interoperable smart solutions across multiple sectors, such as urban planning, industry, and agriculture.
At the summit, our CEO, Gaetano Volpe, presented how Latitudo 40 is utilizing satellite data and AI to address urban challenges like the Urban Heat Island effect and providing real-time data for climate resilience. The discussions emphasized the critical role of geospatial intelligence in building smarter, more sustainable cities. We were able to connect with industry leaders and innovators driving change in urban environments globally.
We are excited to continue our collaboration within the FIWARE ecosystem and help cities leverage data-driven insights to address their environmental challenges. If you're interested in learning more about how Latitudo 40 can help your city, reach out to us!
Leveraging Satellite Solutions and AI for Smarter Cities: Latitudo 40’s Role at URBIS24
In September, we had the exciting opportunity to participate in URBIS24, which took place at the European Space Agency's ESRIN in Frascati.
This event brought together urban policymakers, Earth Observation experts, and innovators to explore how cutting-edge technologies can address the most pressing urban challenges. It provided a unique platform for thought leaders and industry specialists to rethink traditional approaches to urban development and discover innovative solutions.
During the event, we showcased our satellite-powered solutions designed to monitor urban environments and drive sustainable growth. Our presentation focused on how Earth Observation is revolutionizing urban planning through the use of AI technologies, particularly Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs). These technologies offer a novel approach to data-driven decision-making in urban planning, enabling cities to plan more effectively for Smart City development and climate resilience.
Our participation in URBIS24 sparked meaningful discussions with policymakers and industry experts on how these advanced solutions can contribute to more sustainable, efficient, and resilient urban spaces. The event allowed us to connect with like-minded innovators and explore new collaborations aimed at transforming urban planning with the help of satellite data and AI.
We look forward to continuing these conversations and building partnerships to help cities leverage advanced geospatial technologies for better decision-making and sustainable growth.
If you're interested in learning how Latitudo 40 can support your city or project with cutting-edge Earth Observation and AI technologies, feel free to reach out. Together, we can create smarter, more sustainable cities for the future. Contact us today to explore how we can collaborate!
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