About this guide
Earth observation (EO) technology has come a long way since the 1840s, when some of the first cameras were strapped to balloons and kites. Until a few decades ago, EO imagery acquired by satellites captured only selected areas at low- resolution (by current standards) mainly for military purposes. Today, it covers the entire planet in high-resolution, on-demand, and in near real-time.
Even so, finding your way around the EO ecosystem can be a challenging task due to its technical nature, distinct terminology, and often complex purchasing processes.
Download our free guide to learn more about the different kinds of EO imagery, where to acquire it, and how to use it. The guide has been updated for 2022 and includes a handy table of satellite imagery sources to get you started.
