Satellite woodland management
Satellite data offers a “bird’s eye view” of woodlands and other ecosystems, empowering land managers to:
- Monitor water table depths and soil moisture: Critical for agriculture, food production, and ecosystem health.
- Analyse vegetation health: Detect and address stressors such as drought, disease, or pest infestations before they escalate.
- Evaluate carbon storage capacity: Identify areas with high carbon sequestration potential to maximise environmental benefits.
These insights are enhancing land management practices, making them more sustainable and resilient.
Actionable solutions for woodland management
Satellite data delivers practical tools for:
- Sustainable forest management: Monitoring tree canopy, growth rates, and overall health to guide long-term stewardship.
- Planting and felling strategies: Tracking tree cover, windfalls, and disease outbreaks to inform reforestation and harvesting plans.
- Biodiversity conservation: Identifying critical habitats and planning interventions to support wildlife populations and enhance ecosystem balance.
By integrating satellite data with local expertise, land managers can build resilient ecosystems and address environmental challenges with unmatched precision and efficiency. These cutting-edge technologies are ushering in a new era of sustainable woodland management, aligning ecological health with climate goals.
Sector benefits
- Forestry: Track tree growth, logging activities, and forest health for sustainable management.
- Carbon offset companies: Monitor tree cover for carbon sequestration projects.
- Conservationists: Protect forest ecosystems and biodiversity.
- Construction: Urban planning, monitor tree cover for urban greening projects to improve air quality and reduce heat islands.