Associate Professor of Remote Sensing, Bradley Evans, will help form a better understanding of Australia’s landscapes and ecosystems through his new role as Vice-President of the Earth Observation Australia (EOA) Management Committee.
After being elected into the position last month, A/Prof Evans will help decide the priorities and activities of EOA while ensuring it remains an expert voice that represents and connects the Australian earth observation community.
“With over two decades of expertise spanning environmental science, GIS, remote sensing, marketing, and IT, A/Prof Evans is a key addition to Earth Observation Australia's Management Committee,” said Sebastian Robertson, President, EOA.
“With a global perspective and collaborative spirit, Brad will enhance EOA's mission, making him an invaluable asset to the committee and the wider EOA community.
“We are incredibly lucky to have a team with such depth and talent and look forward to working alongside Brad in achieving this mission of EOA in advancing the Earth observation community. “
EOA has a demonstrated track record of influence in shaping Earth observation debate, policy and programs; engaging a diverse network of experts, sectors and perspectives; communicating and sharing knowledge; and providing accessible news and resources.
Examples of this include hosting the inaugural Advancing Earth Observation Forum in 2022 (with the next forum scheduled for 2024), its contribution to several national strategic plans and initiatives, including the Australian Civil Space Strategy 2019-2028, hosting national discussions on priority topics affecting EO in Australia, and providing a forum for all people interested in EO from all sectors to connect, share knowledge and collaborate.
A/Prof Evans is excited to contribute to these important initiatives, while opening doors for UNE’s students and academics to expand their interactions with the earth observation and remote sensing community.
“As one of the only Australian universities that teach earth observation and remote sensing, UNE will have a voice on the Executive Committee, and I will be able to raise the hand for environmental science and agricultural related matters that impact our very large register of land managers and farmers,” he says.
“Given UNE’s unique position in Australia’s landscape, this will help balance community knowledge, free-thought and direction in a way that will directly benefit our community.
“I believe the broader UNE community has a lot to contribute to this national initiative and I am very proud of the positive knowledge UNE’s educators and researchers have already contributed to this area of science.”
