• Earth Map is a Google Earth Engine powered cloud-based platform that helps monitor changes on the surface of the Earth, thereby helping with environmental and climate assessments.

• Earth Map was launched in 2020.

• Applications of Earth Maps include:

  • Conservation of Natural Areas,

  • Restoration and Protection of Ecosystems,

  • Useful in cost-effective project preparation and investment design

  • Prioritization of target areas when designing developmental projects

  • Tools for environmental protection initiatives

  • Tool for Global Climate Assessments

• The award celebrates users and organizations for innovatively using Google's mapping tools to create state-of-the-art impact.

• Earth Map is a pioneering move by FAO, keeping in lines with its guiding principle of leveraging innovative solutions for safeguarding agrifood and environmental ecosystems.

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