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Geoinformation from space sharpens population density maps

26 April 2006

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EO-STAT 'real-world population' distribution of Austria in 3D

Credits: GeoVille

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Data from EO satellites, including ESA's Envisat, are being used to develop 'real-world population' density maps.

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This graphic highlights the differences between existing statistical population information (top), the Tele Atlas street network (middle) and EO improved statistical population density information.

Credits: GeoVille

Double views from ERS tandem mission adding depth to Canadian wilderness maps

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