• Be a registered nonprofit organisation.
• Be willing to make the project results available on an open-access basis.
• Integrate Airbus-offered capabilities into the project’s execution.
• Possess a certain level of technical expertise and capacity within their team to conduct GIS-related activities.

We are seeking projects that will use aerospace capabilities, such as satellite data and helicopters, to address critical societal issues, from ecosystem degradation to water security and natural disaster risk to solutions like satellite environmental monitoring systems

While we will be providing access to technical expertise for the implementation of the selected projects, applicants are expected to have some degree of knowledge, experience and capacity to conduct GIS related activities to ensure the successful development of the project

Projects will be scored based on:

Alignment with the theme of the Call and project credibility: Assess the challenge’s relevance and technical credibility of the project.

Impact measurement: Assess the capability to quantify and evaluate both environmental and social impacts, including the potential impact if the solution is replicated or scaled  

Scalability potential: Assess the potential for replication or scaling to amplify the reach and effectiveness.

Team capacity: The internal knowledge, experience, and supportive network of the team to ensure the successful development of the project.

Project advancement and readiness: Evaluate the maturity and deployment status of the solution.

Youth involvement: Assess the organization’s ability to provide meaningful opportunities to youth for them to contribute, co-create parts or lead initiatives within the project.

Bonus criteria:

Community engagement: Involvement of affected communities and marginalised groups.

Innovation: Use of cutting-edge technology or novel approaches. 

Yes, organizations can submit multiple project proposals, as long as each meets the eligibility criteria.