Geomatics for Environment and Development Laboratory

The Geomatics for Environment and Development Program (GED) of the Manila Observatory analyzes disaster risks as the compounding effects of hazards, exposure and vulnerabilities.  The program applies remote sensing and geographic information systems (RS-GIS) in order to map and visualize social and environmental information that can represent both existing and future exposure and vulnerabilities. When combined with hazard analysis, visualization enables a deeper contextual understanding of the nature and dynamics of risks and can provide critical information towards the achievement of human and resource security (i.e. water, food, energy and health), inclusive growth, disaster resilience and sustainable development.

Among the research thrusts and mapping themes of GED are the following:

  • Environment, development and resiliency,
  • Disaster risks as a function of hazard, exposure and vulnerabilities
  • Climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction and management (CCA-DRRM)
  • Rapid emergency observation (EO) during disasters.

The Team

Dr. May Celine Thelma Vicente
Laboratory Head, GED

Ms. Sheryl Rose Reyes

Ms. Jezleer Montajes

Mr. Malvin G. Biguerras

Ms. Annalie Agad

Mr. Alvin Familara

Ms. Andrea Sebastian

Mr. Marion Roel Dimain

Ms. Jenesis Maine Palicpic

Mr. Severino Domingo, Jr

Ms. Aimee Kristelle Cañada

Mr. Angelo Mari Pascual

Ms. Ruchelle Elaine Gonzaga