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NV5 Geospatial Blog

Each month, NV5 Geospatial posts new blog content across a variety of categories. Browse our latest posts below to learn about important geospatial information or use the search bar to find a specific topic or author. Stay informed of the latest blog posts, events, and technologies by joining our email list!



Using ENVI and IDL Agents with Your Own API Keys

Using ENVI and IDL Agents with Your Own API Keys

6/22/2026

Earlier this year, we introduced the ENVI® Agent and IDL® Agent to bring intelligent, AI-driven automation to your geospatial and data science workflows. If you missed the launch, you can catch up on the full breakdown by watching our release webinar. Both agents are built upon GitHub Copilot, a powerful AI orchestration... Read More >

What We're Looking Forward to at Esri UC 2026

What We're Looking Forward to at Esri UC 2026

6/16/2026

Every year, the Esri User Conference brings together thousands of geospatial professionals to explore new technologies, share ideas, and learn how organizations are solving complex challenges with GIS. For many members of the NV5 team, attending Esri UC is an annual tradition. Some have attended for more than 15 years. Others will be... Read More >

New ENVI Agent, IDL Agent, and GeoAgent Quick Guides

New ENVI Agent, IDL Agent, and GeoAgent Quick Guides

6/9/2026

The recent release of ENVI® Agent, IDL® Agent, and GeoAgent™ revolutionize how users interact with geospatial software. These agentic AI applications act as partners to plan, simplify, and execute complex workflows. Knowing where to start can be challenging for new users. To this end, we developed three new quick guides to... Read More >

Introducing NISAR Data Support

Introducing NISAR Data Support

6/5/2026

The release of ENVI® SARscape 6.3 in April 2026 includes preliminary support for NASA-ISRO SAR (NISAR) data. The NISAR mission is a joint Earth-observing satellite project between NASA and the Indian Space Research Organization designed to monitor changes in the planet’s land and ice surfaces using advanced radar imaging. It... Read More >

Monitoring Illegal Mining in the Amazon: Turning Persistent Data Into Actionable Insight

Monitoring Illegal Mining in the Amazon: Turning Persistent Data Into Actionable Insight

5/28/2026

Illegal mining over decades has constituted one of the most persistent and complex socio-environmental problems in the Brazilian Amazon. In recent years, with the increasingly intensive use of mechanized extraction, the associated environmental impacts—such as deforestation, intense soil disturbance, river siltation, and mercury... Read More >

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Unlock the Power of SAR for Round-the-Clock Monitoring

Nicolai Holzer

In the realm of remote sensing, Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) technology stands out as a game changer. Its ability to see through the darkness of night and adverse weather conditions makes it an invaluable tool for the continuous monitoring of critical assets and infrastructure.

Recently, a nationwide, monitoring system for strategic water management facilities was developed for the Hungarian Disaster Management Service. The objective was to monitor the stability of national hydrological sites in order to identify and mitigate risks before they escalate into disasters. This cutting-edge system harnesses the power of freely available Sentinel-1 data, processed through the latest hardware and sophisticated algorithms of ENVI® SARscape®, ensuring a seamless and continuous monitoring experience.

The integration of SAR technology with traditional ground surveying techniques marks a significant advancement in stability monitoring. This synergy provides a comprehensive view, offering critical insights that were previously unattainable. A cornerstone of the system implemented by the Hungarian Disaster Management Service is the “near real-time” processing and warning capability. This feature is not just about timely alerts. It’s about crafting an effective and efficient risk mitigation strategy that reduces costs and elevates operational safety.

 

To delve deeper into this innovative application of SAR technology, click here to view the case study.

 

If your organization is looking for a monitoring solution, you’re in the right place. Our expertise in remote sensing, combined with our deep domain knowledge, enables us to develop monitoring systems for organizations around the world. Whether you’re monitoring environmental changes, infrastructure stability, or asset security, our solutions are designed to deliver results that matter – email us and we can discuss a solution that works best for your project.

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