In this session, we will show how satellite imagery can support investigations into war, militarisation, and environmental changes. The methods discussed are applicable to climate investigations such as land-use change, infrastructure expansion, and environmental damage.
We will cover: -Getting the image: How to choose between open and commercial satellite imagery based on editorial needs, such as resolution, timeliness, licensing, and costs—and what to be aware of when downloading an image. -Analysing the image: Measuring distances and object sizes in images (e.g., airplanes), verifying the time an image was taken, and merging different satellite images. -Presenting the image: Tools to tell stories with satellite images so that readers can understand them intuitively—for example, through before–and–after comparisons, annotations, colour correction, sliders, GIFs, and scrolly-telling, with a focus on mobile-first presentation.
The session is intended for reporters, editors, and visual journalists. No prior experience with satellite imagery is required.
