Geodata company recognised in climate risk report

Organisations are using modern geographic information system (GIS) technology to better understand the risks presented by climate change in order to take action.

With GIS-driven mapping, analytics and visualisation, leaders can weigh the costs and benefits of plans, mitigate climate-related damage to assets and make sustainable decisions despite an unpredictable planet. Esri — a specialist in GIS software, location intelligence and mapping used by Fortune 500 companies and governments worldwide to improve their sustainability practices — has been recognised by independent research firm Forrester in its report, ‘The Forrester New Wave: Climate Risk Analytics, Q4 2022’.

In the report, authored by principal analyst Renee Murphy, Esri received a differentiated rating, the highest score possible, in nine out of 10 criteria, including “Advanced Data Processing”, “Visualization” and “Threat Modeling”.

The Forrester report says Esri “offers leading data visualization and advanced processing capabilities”, and that “Esri’s platform acts as a bridge between the weather data providers (NASA, NCAR, NOAA, etc) and business operations”. The report notes, “If you have physical assets that could be threatened by climate, Esri can bring the data and processes to bear to target operational resiliency opportunities.”

“We think Forrester’s recognition demonstrates Esri’s longstanding commitment in support of our users protecting the environment while building resilient organisations,” said Jack Dangermond, Esri Founder and President.

“As the effects of climate change accelerate and intensify, it is more important than ever for leaders to take a geographic approach to this fundamentally global issue. It is part of our mission to contribute to their ability to meet the challenges of sustainability with the best technological resources.”

“The effects of climate change are spatial in nature and clearly visible as they unfold before us around the world,” said Dawn Wright, Chief Scientist at Esri. “Mapping and analytics are becoming crucial for understanding the risks that these threats pose, especially given their associations with specific locations. We are happy to provide these tools in global efforts to mitigate climate risk.”

To learn more, visit esri.com/en-us/about/climate-change/overview.

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