Mapping vegetation communities Irish raised bogs using PlanetScope imagery and Google Earth Engine

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This award-winning presentation demonstrated the use of high-resolution PlanetScope satellite imagery and Google Earth Engine for mapping vegetation communities across Irish raised bog peatlands.

Research Highlights

  • High-resolution vegetation mapping using 3-meter PlanetScope imagery
  • Cloud-based processing using Google Earth Engine
  • Vegetation community classification across drainage gradients
  • Applications in peatland ecosystem assessment

Award Recognition

🏆 Best Overall Oral Presentation Award Winner (€500)

This presentation was recognized as the best overall oral presentation at the 32nd Irish Environmental Researchers Colloquium, demonstrating excellence in both research quality and communication.

Collaboration

Joint work with Ruchita Ingle, Matthew Saunders, and John Connolly, showcasing interdisciplinary collaboration in peatland research.