Mitigating climate-related risks with geospatial data
Discover the platform that empowers anyone who seeks to interact with the Earth's data.
Geospatial data is necessary to better understand and exchange with the Earth’s ecosystems. It’s how we can plan to build more wind farms at the right location, conduct urban planning research to create more sustainable cities, and allocate farming lands that respect the local biodiversity ecosystem.
The leading industry tool is Geographic Information Systems (GIS), which connects data to maps, integrating location data with all types of descriptive information. In short, GIS enables the visualization and analysis of large volumes of information, facilitating the identification of patterns, trends, and potential impacts.
But the GIS space faces an accessibility problem. Only experts can use the complex tool, making it difficult for scientists, policymakers, and communities to obtain the necessary data to understand the dynamics of our changing environment.
With rising temperatures, increasing sea levels, and a surge in extreme weather events, more people need access to a mapping tool to study and respond to climate change. Working with data on Earth is key to anticipating future risks and building – climate – resilience.
Making data on Earth accessible to everyone
We invested in Atlas.co because it is a collaborative mapping tool that removes the complexity of GIS mapping. Atlas.co’ software technology allows anyone to collect, analyze, and visualize spatial data, including numerous applications in climate change research, planning, and management.
Our belief is that geographical data should be as universally accessible and seamless to use as spreadsheets. Atlas.co’s platform, enables non-experts to understand, interact and work with data on Earth.
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“We’re rethinking maps from the ground up,” said Fredrik Moger, CEO of Atlas.co. “The traditional geospatial industry has left the vast potential of mapping untapped, making it difficult for non-technical users to create and share insights. We’re breaking down barriers so everyone can collaborate and tell impactful stories through maps."
Companies rely on Atlas.co for various use cases, from renewable energy site selection and urban planning to environmental management, market analysis, and community engagement. Co-founded by Marius Hofgaard, Harald Tryti Rieber, Vegard Løwe, and Fredrik Moger, Atlas.co empowers clients like Scatec, Svea Solar, and Croisette to make informed, data-driven mapping decisions that drive impactful outcomes.