Remote sensing technology in humanitarian situations
- Author: United Nations
- Main Title: World humanitarian data and trends 2014 , pp 34-35
- Publication Date: December 2014
- DOI: https://doi.org/10.18356/1173eb3a-en
- Language: English
The proliferation of remote sensing technologies, primarily satellites and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), has resulted in their use by the humanitarian and human rights fields. In 2013, satellites and UAVs were used to primarily monitor and document events resulting from natural disasters and armed conflict. Specific humanitarian activities using remote sensing included IDP and refugee camp mapping, flood monitoring, damage assessments, conflict analysis, and response planning. Satellite imagery was used in most cases, but both technologies carry unique operational benefits and limitations. UAVs are increasingly being employed, such as in the aftermath of Super Typhoon Haiyan.
© United Nations
ISBN (PDF):
9789210571272
Book DOI:
https://doi.org/10.18356/43971e2a-en
Related Subject(s):
Human Rights and Refugees
Sustainable Development Goals:
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