New GeoAI platform combines satellite imagery and geospatial data to support climate monitoring and planning.
RAWALPINDI: The SUPARCO has introduced the Space4Climate Initiative to enhance climate resilience and promote environmental action using advanced space-based technologies, according to The News.
According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations, the initiative is centred on a GeoAI-powered climate observatory—an integrated digital platform that brings together satellite data, geospatial analytics, and predictive modelling to produce actionable insights for policymakers, researchers, and local communities.
The system is designed to monitor a broad range of environmental indicators, including atmospheric pollutants such as aerosols, sulphur oxides (SOx), and nitrogen oxides (NOx), as well as key greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and methane.
It also enables continuous observation of forests, glaciers, coastal changes, river systems, and land-use patterns across the country.
Beyond monitoring, the platform can track and analyse climate-related hazards such as floods, droughts, heatwaves, rising sea levels, and glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), helping improve early warning systems and preparedness.
By integrating satellite-based observations with in-situ ground data, the Space4Climate Initiative is expected to significantly strengthen evidence-based policymaking and support sustainable development planning.
The initiative represents a major step forward in aligning Pakistan’s climate response framework with global environmental goals and best practices, while leveraging cutting-edge technology to address the growing challenges posed by climate change.
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