Exploring the Untold Power of Geographic Information Systems When most people hear the term Geographic Information System (GIS), they immediately think of maps. While that’s not wrong, it only scratches the surface of what GIS truly is—and what it can…
Satellites have life cycles too—just like us. But their endings are often far from graceful. The Birth of a SatelliteEvery satellite begins its life on Earth. Engineers spend years designing, assembling, and testing these complex machines to ensure they can…
IntroductionCities do not emerge randomly. While political decisions, economic opportunities, and cultural developments often dominate urban narratives, the role of topography—the physical shape and features of the land—is fundamental and often overlooked.From mountains that provide natural defense to rivers that…
Topographic maps can look confusing at first glance—just a maze of squiggly lines on paper. But behind those lines lies an elegant and powerful system that helps us understand the shape of the land. If you’ve ever wondered why contour…
We live in a world where we depend heavily on satellites — yet we hardly notice them. They orbit silently above us, working 24/7 to support the technologies we rely on: internet, navigation, television, disaster monitoring, and even selfies from…
When most people think of satellites, they imagine high-tech equipment floating silently in space. While that part is true, what many don’t realize is how deeply satellites are woven into our daily lives. From checking the weather in the morning…
Introduction When initiating a project in Indonesia, compliance with environmental regulations is essential. Two key instruments used for environmental permitting are UKL-UPL and AMDAL. While both serve to assess and manage environmental impacts, they differ in scope, complexity, and requirements.This…
Introduction Taking care of the environment is no longer optional—it’s a must. In Indonesia, one important tool for ensuring that development projects stay environmentally responsible is the UKL-UPL. This stands for Upaya Pengelolaan Lingkungan (Environmental Management Efforts) and Upaya Pemantauan…
Illegal logging is one of the most pressing environmental issues of our time. Forests are being cleared—often without regulation or transparency—for commercial gain, threatening biodiversity, contributing to climate change, and impacting indigenous communities.But in the age of satellite technology, illegal…