EO Assessment Tools

Supports the assessment of impacts of Earth Observation-based solutions on users and society. Offers a structured, multi-dimensional framework and tools to identify, trace, and communicate value across key impact domains.

Supports co-development of EO-based services for agriculture, water, land use, weather, disaster management, and others. Its 5 tools include consultation and needs assessment and stakeholder mapping.

Guides national teams conducting technology assessments for climate mitigation and adaptation. Outlines steps for preparing country-driven, participatory assessments and action plans, and includes real-world examples. Considers the use of EO tools.

A step-by-step resource for assessing and strengthening capacities at individual, organizational, and societal levels. Centered on the UNDP Capacity Assessment Framework, it supports tailored, iterative planning and can be adapted for EO capacity assessments.

Supports countries in addressing capacity gaps in climate policy development. Offers an overview of the capacity assessment cycle, along with case studies, tools, and best practices. The aim is to help countries integrate EO data into their climate monitoring and decision-making.

Supports needs assessments for training, tools, education, data (including EO), and coastal management. Designed for users with some prior experience. Offers clear steps, helpful resources, and real-world examples.

Shares good practices for building capacity for agricultural monitoring. Emphasizes locally-driven, demand-based approaches to utilizing EO data and information in institutional and policy contexts.

An indicator-based framework that uses a collaborative process to assess the strengths, weaknesses, and gaps in a country’s EO activities. Outputs are “maturity cards” that help stakeholders understand their country’s EO status and guide improvements.

Provides resources for designing effective webinars, with an emphasis on needs assessment to identify audience interests and tailor content accordingly. 

Supports the design, planning and implementation of missions to diagnose disaster and climate capacities, including EO capabilities. Includes a searchable question bank.