BasinMeter – Unbiased methodology for measuring NPWI water indicators
eLEAF and partner 52impact are overcoming the challenge of obtaining accurate and relevant water-risk related data with ‘BasinMeter’. The project combines scalable Earth observation technology with local datasets to expose the vulnerability of local watersheds and the impact on local related agricultural production and the community WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene). The project will enhance […]
A new approach to estimate daily evapotranspiration, based on Landsat data and FAO56 principles
We are thrilled to share with you a brand new publication, co-authored by our colleague, Abdur Rahim Safi: A new approach to estimate daily evapotranspiration, based on Landsat data and FAO56 principles. Evapotranspiration (ET) is a fundamental process that facilitates water exchange between the Earth’s surface and the atmosphere, playing a pivotal role in the […]
Empowering Ugandan Farmers: Innovating Insurance for Resilience
From May 8th to May 12th, we had the privilege of visiting Uganda to witness the impactful project, Index Insurance in Uganda, a real business with the potential to serve millions. Our primary goal increases the resilience of Ugandan farmers against weather and climate related shocks, through increased availability of affordable and innovative climate risk […]
eLEAF and RESING sign partner agreement
At SIAM Corné van der Sande from eLEAF and Mohamed Aboufirass from RESING officially signed the Value Added Partner Agreement between the two companies. This way we continue our good cooperation. RESING is allowed to supply Moroccan clients with high-quality satellite data-based information services for a climate-resilient world, enabling governmental and commercial customers to use water sustainably, increase food […]
Our colleagues Annemarie and Boudewijn attended the UN Water Conference in New York
The UN Water Conference in New York was a tremendous success, with 708 commitments registered for the Water Action Agenda. These commitments aimed at driving transformation from a global water crisis to a water-secure world. One of the main outcomes of the Conference is the Water Action Agenda. The Water Action Agenda collects all water-related […]
NLdoet – eLEAFdoet!
NLdoet is a day organized by the Oranje Fonds. Together with thousands of social organizations in the country, they have set up the most extensive volunteer campaign in the Netherlands. NLdoet puts volunteering in the spotlight and invites everyone to make a difference for a day and to matter. eLEAF has contributed with great enthusiasm […]
Women in the IT Sector: Insights from eLEAF on International Women’s Day 2023
Today is March 8th, also known as International Women’s Day. But what is International Women’s Day exactly, and what do women at eLEAF think about their position in the company as women? International Women’s Day celebrates the progress made towards gender equality and recognizes the work that still needs to be done. This year’s theme […]
eLEAF moving forwards in 2023
As we start this new year, let’s reflect on the important mission we have at eLEAF: to create a more sustainable planet. The challenges of global warming, including water shortages, droughts, floods, crop failures, and irreversible damage to biodiversity and natural areas, are becoming increasingly pressing. With a projected global population of 10 billion people by […]
A New Year, Expanding WaPOR
2022 ended with a blast: WaPOR goes global and eLEAF is going to make it happen! eLEAF continues the close collaboration with the FAO to delivery Water Productivity data to the WapOR data portal (https://wapor.apps.fao.org) for the coming 3 years. We got awarded the new WaPOR Data Production contract that includes some exciting changes: – […]
Water Consumption Dashboard now available!
eLEAF, together with its partner RESING, visited Moroccan government institutions and international organizations in the water and agriculture sectors from 21 to 25 November. We presented our Water Consumption Dashboard, which provides continuous information on water consumption from the catchment to the field level. In 2022, Morocco was one of the most drought-affected countries in the […]