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Geospatial statistics in focus at 64th plenary session of the Conference of European Statisticians
On April 27-29, the 64th plenary session of the Conference of European Statisticians took place in Paris. One of the main themes were geospatial information services based on official statistics. The Conference recognized the growing importance of integrating...
Map of mortality for small areas (Andalusia, Spain)
The Institute of Statistics and Cartography of Andalusia has published a new map of mortality for small areas using cells of 250 meters a side. This map is part of the publication "Longitudinal statistics on survival and longevity in Andalusia, 2002-2013"...
EO for Ecosystem Accounts free online Workshops, 18-20 April
Earth Observations for Ecosystem Accounts (EO4EA): Using Geospatial Data to Identify and Monitor Ecosystem Services in an Ecosystems Accounts Framework Join the Group on Earth Observations community, Conservation International and the World Bank/Waves Partnership to...
From rail timetables to regional and urban indicators on rail passenger services
An analysis of rail passenger services in Europe, focusing on regional and urban indicators.
Assessing access to green areas in Europe’s cities
A new working paper published by Directorate-General Regional and Urban Policy of the European Commission presents an analysis of the spatial distribution of both population and green areas throughout the cities' territory, producing indicators on the proximity of the...
Geospatial Information and Earth Observations: Supporting Official Statistics in Monitoring the SDGs
On March 8-11, the 47th Session of the United Nations Statistical Commission took place in New York. In a side event, the use of geospatial and earth observation data inputs into the targets and indicators of the SDGs were discussed. The meeting aimed to demonstrate...