Remote sensing is the science of acquiring information about objects or areas from a distance, typically from aircraft or satellites. It involves the detection and measurement of electromagnetic radiation (such as infrared, visible, and microwave wavelengths) reflected or emitted from objects in the Earth's surface.

The relevance of remote sensing for the study of the environment and development is substantial:

You might want to contact RECTAS (Regional Centre for Training in Aerospace Surveys) in Ife-Ife, see https://www.un-spider.org/news-and-events/events/rectas-short-courses, they do both remote sensing and GIS for various applications. If you need still more examples than the comprehensive list already given above, you could have a look at the webpages of our faculty on www.itc.nl.

In addition to the information mentioned above, Mapping, GIS, and Remote Sensing for environmental applications, as taught at the University of Aegean, Greece, are covered in the book "Topographic Mapping" at the link: https://www.universal-publishers.com/m/book.php?method=ISBN&book=1581129866

Remote sensing refers to the process of gathering information about objects or areas from a distance, typically using sensors mounted on satellites, aircraft, drones, or other platforms. These sensors capture data about the Earth's surface and atmosphere, including visible, infrared, and microwave radiation. Remote sensing technology has a significant relevance to the study of environment and development for several reasons:

Overall, remote sensing technology offers a powerful tool for understanding the complex interactions between human activities and the environment, facilitating informed decision-making and sustainable development practices.