Equitable access to Earth’s resources and proximity of communities to national services can be assessed using Earth observations to meet and measure SDG Goal 9, Build resilient infrastructure, promote sustainable industrialization and foster innovation.

GEO will advocate the value of Earth observations, engage communities and deliver data and information in support of Infrastructure and Transportation Management by providing support for planning, monitoring and management of infrastructure (dams, roads, rail, ports, and pipelines) and transportation (air, land and sea); in order to minimize environmental impacts while moving towards a low-carbon footprint.