Digital Earth has been used as a term to envision a comprehensive, interactive, and multi-dimensional virtual representation of the Earth.
It integrates vast amounts of geospatial data, real-time observations, and advanced simulations . Digital Earth aims to make complex Earth systems accessible and understandable for everyone, from scientists and policymakers from students to citizens.
Digital Earth makes use of digital technologies to visualise, simulate, and model real-world situations. The potential for Digital Earth applications has increased significantly with the evolution of artificial intelligence systems and the capacity to collect and process large amounts of geospatial data of complex phenomena.
Activity: Click the image to introduce digital earth
Using different technologies, like satellite imaging, AI, and virtual reality, Digital Earth provides an immersive platform to explore issues like climate change, urbanisation, biodiversity and population development.
It serves as a vital tool for decision-making, education, and global collaboration towards a sustainable future.
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Destination Earth
AI is being used in the European ommission flagship initiative Destination Earth (DestinE). The aim is to develop a highly accurate digital model of the Earth on a global scale.
This model will monitor, simulate and predict the interaction between natural phenomena and human activities.
It will contribute to achieving the twi objectives of the European transition, green and digital, as part of the European Commission’s Green Deal and Digital Strategy.
Activity: Play the video introducing Destination Earth: the new digital twin of the Earth
Destination Earth went live in June 2024.
Users of DestinE, including non-scientific experts, are able to access and interact with vast amounts of Earth system and socio-economic data.
AI and Digital Earth tools together creates this powerful platform used for analysing global challenges. AI processes vast geospatial data within Digital Earth, enabling real-time insights into environmental changes, urban development, and disaster response. Find out more