Author: Linsey Loader

  • From Satellite to Community: The Journey of Earth Observation Data

    From Satellite to Community: The Journey of Earth Observation Data

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    Every day, dozens of Earth observation satellites orbit our planet, collecting terabytes of data about environmental conditions from space. These sensors capture everything from water surface extent and soil moisture to vegetation health and precipitation patterns. Yet for all its precision and comprehensiveness, this valuable information often remains inaccessible to the communities that could benefit…

  • Tethys Geoscience Foundation at CIROH DevCon 2025

    Tethys Geoscience Foundation at CIROH DevCon 2025

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    The scenic shores of Lake Champlain provided the backdrop for collaboration as the Tethys Geoscience Foundation participated in CIROH‘s 3rd annual Developers Conference in Burlington, Vermont, from May 28–30, 2025. Hosted by the Cooperative Institute for Research to Operations in Hydrology (CIROH) at The University of Vermont, this gathering brought together hydrological researchers, developers, and…

  • The Power of Python in Earth Science

    The Power of Python in Earth Science

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    Earth scientists face a unique challenge of translating complex environmental data into tools that help communities understand our planet. While their expertise lies in understanding Earth’s systems, creating accessible applications to share this knowledge often required web development skills beyond their training.  Python has emerged as a bridge between these worlds, allowing scientists to transform…

  • Tethys Summit 2025: Connecting Earth Science Innovation

    Tethys Summit 2025: Connecting Earth Science Innovation

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    The Tethys Geoscience Foundation is proud to announce our inaugural Tethys Summit, a two-day event that focuses on innovation and collaboration in the geospatial sciences.In today’s rapidly evolving environmental landscape, bringing together the brightest minds in Earth science has never been more essential. As we face increasingly complex challenges the need for collaborative, accessible solutions…

  • How Tethys Platform Transforms Water Resource Management

    How Tethys Platform Transforms Water Resource Management

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    n the world of water resource management, the gap between data collection and effective decision-making remains a persistent challenge. Satellites monitor from above, river sensors collect data around the clock, and models predict everything from tomorrow’s streamflow to next year’s drought conditions. Despite this wealth of information, communities often struggle to translate these insights into…

  • Knowledge Sharing in Action: Best Practices from the Tethys Community

    Knowledge Sharing in Action: Best Practices from the Tethys Community

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    Behind every successful environmental application lies something less visible but equally important: knowledge sharing. When developers document their work thoroughly, explain their design choices, and communicate openly about challenges, they multiply the impact of their innovations. In the Tethys community, this culture of shared learning has enabled applications to evolve from local solutions to global…

  • Supporting Students in Earth Science

    Supporting Students in Earth Science

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    Environmental data becomes powerful when students can transform it into solutions for real-world challenges. At the Tethys Geoscience Foundation, we’re excited to see how students take scientific information and create applications that make a difference in their communities. These young innovators bring fresh perspectives to environmental problems, often seeing possibilities that more experienced practitioners might…

  • Data in Use: Transforming Earth Science Information into Action

    Data in Use: Transforming Earth Science Information into Action

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    As we celebrate Earth Day, we’re reminded that environmental stewardship requires not just awareness, but informed action.  In an age of unprecedented data collection, Earth scientists find themselves facing a paradox. Satellites snap images of our planet. Weather stations never sleep. River sensors constantly monitor water levels. Sophisticated computer models churn out predictions about everything…

  • Designing Accessible Interfaces for Environmental Data

    Designing Accessible Interfaces for Environmental Data

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    In today’s scientific landscape, access to timely and understandable environmental information has become essential for effective decision-making. Scientists, policymakers, and communities require tools that transform complex hydrological and meteorological data into actionable insights.  Tethys Platform, the open-source software that Tethys Geoscience Foundation is built around, has emerged as a solution to this challenge. By enabling…

  • Scaling Environmental Applications: Lessons from Regional to National Tools

    Scaling Environmental Applications: Lessons from Regional to National Tools

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    Environmental challenges demand solutions that can grow beyond their original scope. While local environmental solutions often serve as valuable proving grounds for innovative approaches, transforming these regional successes into national or global platforms can be challenging. It isn’t just about adding more data points or users. It’s about thoughtful evolution at every level. Whether you’re…