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GEDI Lidar Resources
Earthdata resources for users working with NASA’s Global Ecosystem Dynamics Investigation (GEDI) data include tutorials and other learning resources, news announcements, and frequently asked questions.
The GEDI Learning Resources listed below are available on the GEDI Data Resources GitHub repository which provides guides, and Python and R tutorials to help users access and work with GEDI data. This repository is public and open to contributions.
GEDI Lidar Learning Resources
Use NASA's CMR API to programmatically find GEDI data.
External Resource
GitHub Repository
Feb. 21, 2024
Our Earth Data Officer, Katie Baynes, spoke at the Federal GIS Conference Plenary. In case you missed her presentation, here is a story map for you to catch up on how NASA Earth data can be leveraged in your GIS project.
StoryMap
March 5, 2025
Join us to learn more about datasets and tools that enable the harmonization of remote sensing and in situ ecological data products for site-based research.
Webinar
Aug. 22, 2024
Join us for an introduction to NASA’s Global Ecosystems Dynamics Investigation (GEDI) datasets and to learn how to use LP DAAC's web service, data prep script, and Jupyter Notebook Python tutorial series.
Webinar
Aug. 21, 2024
Join us Tuesday, Mar 5, 2024, from 4-5 p.m., ET, to learn how to get started with NASA's Global Ecosystem Dynamics Investigation (GEDI) data in the cloud.
Webinar
Feb. 20, 2024
The GitHub repository, hosted by NASA's Land Processes Distributed Active Archive Center, provides a range of materials for using LP DAAC data and tools.
Tutorial
April 21, 2023
Read publication highlights that detail how ECOSTRESS data reveals water use efficiency patterns, GEDI enables precise forest carbon mapping, and moisture measurements improve wildfire prediction and management.
Data in Action
Aug. 25, 2022
This ARSET training outlines the basics of ecosystem services and natural capital accounting.
Training
Aug. 23-30, 2022
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ORNL DAAC has released a new Level 3 data product from the Global Ecosystem Dynamics Investigation (GEDI) mission offering gridded estimates of canopy height and ground elevation.
News
April 20, 2021
Researchers use remote sensing to measure mangrove forest extent and tree height to inform sustainable management of these ecosystems.
Feature Article
March 19, 2021
Invasive species cost the U.S. economy approximately $120 billion a year and disrupt the dynamics of ecosystems. Researchers are increasingly using remote sensing to map where invasive species are and where they could spread in order to minimize their damage.
Feature Article
Feb. 25, 2021
Deforestation is taking a toll on the Amazon and other areas of high variability of life. Dr. Eric Bullock uses NASA Earth observation data to explore the consequences of land use and land cover change in these areas.
Data User Story
Feb. 25, 2021
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