NASA Training Invitation: Estimating Biomass and Change with GEDI and the OBIWAN API
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The NASA Applied Remote Sensing Training (ARSET) program has launched a new online training series: Estimating Biomass and Change with GEDI and the OBIWAN API. We invite you to participate in this no-cost training (more info below) and help us spread the word!
This training is available in both English and Spanish. Please do not hesitate to share with others who could benefit from this opportunity, including your wider network via email or newsletter, social media, etc. Suggested promotional text can be found at the end of this email. We hope to see you at this training.
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TRAINING INFORMATION
Estimating Biomass and Change with GEDI and the OBIWAN API
This two-part, intermediate training introduces key concepts in carbon monitoring using the Online Biomass Inference using Waveforms and iNventory (OBIWAN) application. Developed by the U.S. Forest Service, this tool analyzes forest carbon storage by utilizing lidar data from NASA's Global Ecosystem Dynamics Investigation (GEDI) mission. Offered in both English and Spanish, the training covers validation approaches, including the use of Forest Service inventory data to assess the accuracy and precision of OBIWAN outputs. Through hands-on activities, participants will apply GEDI-based estimation methods, visualize footprint and gridded biomass products, and use the OBIWAN API to generate and analyze biomass change. Participants will also explore how to compare carbon gains against business-as-usual scenarios, supporting practical, repeatable forest carbon monitoring and decision-making.
Course Dates: May 21 & 28
Time: English Session: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. EDT (UTC-4); Spanish Session: 2:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m. EDT (UTC-4)
Register Today: https://go.nasa.gov/4mDIosR
Note: Those who attend both parts of a session live and complete the required homework by the deadline will receive a certificate of completion for the training.
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📣 New Training Announcement! Join the NASA Applied Remote Sensing Training (ARSET) Program for a bilingual carbon monitoring training! Estimating Biomass and Change with GEDI and the OBIWAN API will start on May 21st. Register today at: https://go.nasa.gov/4mDIosR