Description
Rapid access to and efficient processing of large spatiotemporal datasets remain major challenges in geo-information science and geospatial computing, as data volumes grow rapidly with more diverse sources and higher collection frequencies. Since these datasets are now largely hosted in the Cloud, cloud-native access and processing have become essential skills for public institutions, private organizations, and knowledge institutions. Yet, the inefficient practice of downloading data for local analysis remains common, either because data is not provided in cloud-optimized formats or because users lack the necessary expertise. A similar issue exists in geospatial data publishing, where datasets are often released in formats that hinder efficient cloud access and interoperability.To bridge this gap, a community-driven initiative can effectively promote the use of cloud-native tools and technologies for publishing, accessing, and processing geospatial data by demonstrating benefits through real-life examples and providing targeted training. The CLOUD-NES project addresses this for the Natural and Engineering Sciences (NES) domain in the Netherlands by (a) building a public cloud-native data platform with co-located analysis capabilities, (b) making key datasets such as PDOK and KNMI data available in cloud-optimized formats, (c) demonstrating the efficiency of cloud-native solutions compared to traditional workflows with evidence-based benchmarks, and (d) developing open training materials and organizing training workshops. This will enable stakeholders to gain hands-on experience designing and running cloud-native workflows, as well as creating and publishing datasets following best practices. Project outcomes and lessons learned will be shared with national and international stakeholders through dedicated meetings, together with guidelines and training for building similar infrastructures.
This talk presents the community-driven approach to capacity building in cloud-native geospatial data use, introduce the key components of the CLOUD-NES project, and gather ideas and feedback from participants on how to extend its impact to other domains in the Netherlands.
| Period | 30 Oct 2025 |
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| Event title | Cloudscaping Geo Symposium 2025: Where Cloud Meets Earth |
| Event type | Conference |
| Location | Delft, NetherlandsShow on map |
| Degree of Recognition | National |