Harnessing Drone Technology for Earth Observation and Environmental Intelligence
Overview
EORIC’s Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) unit offers specialised drone-based services that complement satellite data by providing high-resolution, near-real-time imagery and analytics for diverse natural resource management, environmental monitoring, agriculture, infrastructure assessment, and disaster response applications. Our UAS operations are backed by certified pilots, GIS experts, and remote sensing analysts. We have access to advanced multispectral and RGB drones capable of meeting various field-based and research needs.
Service Objectives
– Support decision-making and planning through high-quality aerial data
– Bridging information gaps in cloud-prone or small-scale areas not adequately covered by satellite imagery
– Provide a cost-effective, flexible, and rapid-response alternative to traditional surveying methods
– Deliver value-added analytics for policymakers, researchers, communities, and private sector actors
What We Offer
1. Aerial Data Acquisition
– High-resolution imagery (RGB, multispectral, thermal)
– Mapping and monitoring of land use/land cover changes
– Topographic surveys and 3D modelling using photogrammetry
– Forest canopy assessments, biomass estimation, and vegetation health analysis
– Monitoring of quarry sites, mining activities, and environmental degradation
2. Drone-Based Agricultural Monitoring
– Crop health assessment using NDVI and other vegetation indices
– Farm boundary mapping and field planning
– Early detection of pest and disease outbreaks
3. Disaster Risk and Response Mapping
– Rapid drone deployment for post-disaster damage assessments (floods, fires, erosion)
– Baseline and change detection mapping for climate resilience planning
4. Infrastructure Inspection
– Monitoring of roads, bridges, power lines, water infrastructure, and construction progress
– Identification of defects or potential hazards using high-resolution, close-range inspection
5. Capacity Building & Training
– Hands-on drone flight training (basic, intermediate, advanced levels)
– Training in data acquisition, processing, and analysis using GIS and remote sensing tools
– Workshops and certification programmes for:
– Students and researchers
– Public institutions (e.g., Forestry Commission, GNFS, EPA)
– NGOs and private sector technical staff
Who We Serve:
– Government ministries and agencies
– Research institutions and universities
– Farmer-based organisations and cooperatives
– Construction and engineering firms
– International development agencies and NGOs
Why Choose EORIC’s UAS Services?
– In-house team of certified drone pilots and GIS analysts
– Access to ground-truthing and satellite integration services
– Located at a strategic hub with strong local and international partnerships
– Commitment to capacity building and local knowledge transfer
Partner With Us
Are you interested in applying drone technology to your research, field project, or operations? Contact us to discuss how our UAS capabilities can support your goals.
Email: eoric@uenr.edu.gh
Location: UENR Campus, Sunyani, Bono Region, Ghana