Google Earth Engine
Satellite Data Analysis and Remote Sensing for Business
Transform petabytes of satellite data into actionable business insights leveraging the power of Google Cloud and Globema’s expertise.
What is Google Earth Engine (GEE) and how does it work?
Google Earth Engine is an advanced cloud-based platform for planetary-scale geospatial data processing.
It combines a massive, multi-petabyte archive of satellite imagery (including Landsat, Sentinel, MODIS) and environmental data with Google’s powerful computing infrastructure.
The Google Earth Engine platform enables complex calculations on billions of pixels, in the cloud, in real-time.
You don’t need your own server room or high-performance supercomputers to conduct these analyses.
What business problems does Google Earth Engine solve?
Traditional remote sensing involves downloading massive files, investing in supercomputers, and purchasing expensive desktop software. Globema’s GEE-based services eliminate these barriers.
Working with Google Earth Engine means:
Remote sensing – a method of collecting data from a distance using specialized sensors. It can be conducted from aircraft, space, or the ground. Satellite imagery is a key source of remote sensing data.
Zero infrastructure costs
Processing takes place in the Google Cloud, not on your local servers.
Instant access to data
You get on-demand access to over 40 years of historical and current satellite imagery.
Scalable analysis
Monitor changes on a small investment plot or an entire continent with equal ease.
AI/ML integration
We combine satellite data and AI-enriched insights with machine learning models to detect trends invisible to the human eye.
Real-world applications of Google Earth Engine
Thanks to implementations delivered by Globema, GEE is already supporting companies and institutions in sectors such as:
Energy and Renewables
Analyzing location potential for photovoltaic (PV) installations and wind farms, as well as monitoring vegetation encroachment around grid infrastructure.
Precision Agriculture and Forestry
Crop yield forecasting, plant health identification, and deforestation monitoring.
Water Resource Management
Flood risk analysis, drought monitoring, and water level tracking.
Insurance and Finance
Verifying damage claims after natural disasters and assessing climate risk for assets (e.g., agricultural land).
Land Management & Spatial Planning
Monitoring and reporting changes in land use.
Google Earth Engine – Frequently Asked Questions
How is Google Earth Engine different from Google Earth?
Despite the similar names, Google Earth Engine and Google Earth are two completely different solutions.
Google Earth is designed for virtual travel and terrain visualization (viewing).
Google Earth Engine (GEE) is an analytical tool for processing Earth information.
GEE allows you to write algorithms that interpret information within satellite images, for example, counting trees in a specific area, measuring chlorophyll levels in plants, or comparing coastline changes over a 30-year period.
Do I need coding skills to use Google Earth Engine (GEE)?
Direct use of the GEE platform requires advanced programming knowledge (Python, JavaScript) and familiarity with the API. That is why it pays to work with specialists. At Globema, we create intuitive applications and dashboards for our clients. You receive ready-made results and clear reports, while we handle the programming.
Are my data and algorithms safe in GEE?
Yes. In accordance with Google’s policy, as a user, you retain full rights to your private data and algorithms uploaded to Google Earth Engine. Google claims no intellectual property rights over what you create on the platform. When Globema builds your solution, we adhere to the highest cloud security standards.
Can I use my own data for analysis in Google Earth Engine?
Yes! Google Earth Engine enables data fusion. You can work using your own raster and vector data.
Where do the satellite images in Google Earth Engine come from?
The GEE data catalog consists of petabytes of publicly available data, sourced from satellites such as Landsat (NASA/USGS) and Sentinel (ESA/Copernicus).
Globema, your partner in satellite data analysis
Access to Google Earth Engine is just the beginning. To turn raw data into business value, you need an experienced partner. Globema doesn’t just supply the technology; we build complete analytical solutions.
As a Google Cloud Premier Partner, we offer:
- Custom application development: We build tailor-made panels and dashboards that hide complex code, presenting decision-makers with clear, readable results and reports.
- System integration: We connect GEE analysis results with your internal systems (ERP, GIS, CRM), making satellite data an integral part of your business processes.
- Expert support: We help define your research problem and select the appropriate satellite data sources.
- Cost optimization: We optimize cloud resources to ensure you only pay for what is strictly necessary.
Discover new perspectives for your business
Leverage satellite data to plan more effectively and react faster.
Contact us to book a free consultation.
We will assess how Google Earth Engine can streamline processes in your company and prepare a preliminary solution concept.
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