“ Measuring areas that are complex or at scale , that ’ s where we differentiate ourselves because we have a long standing history in the space and we have that big toolbox for technology ,” Robert explains .
“ Geo data is crucial in understanding climate change . Whilst there is a fair understanding of the large models and mechanisms of climate change , on a local scale there are many mechanisms we only partially understand or only understand in our abstract level . If you want to mitigate or adapt to the situation , you need to have a very , very detailed understanding in the local area . This is where we come in .”
Fugro ’ s risk modelling and mapping of things including coastal erosion , rising sea levels and the acidification of the ocean informs governments , companies and organisations .
Geo data use case : Ocean mapping The biodiversity of the seas is often underestimated – half of the planet is covered in water , and more than 90 % of the Earth ’ s biodiversity is in the oceans . The vast majority of heat is absorbed by the oceans , as well as them being a key capturer of carbon . Fugro ’ s expertise lies in water related mapping , particularly flood management and oceans .
98 August 2024