Mission Statement

We seek to develop instruments and techniques to be used to assess environmental conditions and trends by exploiting the revolution underway in instrumentation and platforms which can be used to probe the earth and its atmosphere.

EAS and Engineering Collide

  • CU GeoData is a student-run project team composed of students passionate about integrating the fields of Earth and atmospheric sciences with engineering. We develop and deploy novel instrumentation to record atmospheric, geologic, and hydrologic variables. 

  • With a strong foundation in Earth and atmospheric sciences, CU GeoData leverages student knowledge of the physical and chemical processes that shape the natural world, to inform our engineering solutions. We apply this interdisciplinary approach to a range of projects.

  • By integrating earth and atmospheric sciences with engineering, CU GeoData is uniquely positioned to address complex environmental issues that require a deep understanding of the natural systems at play. Through collaborative efforts, the team aims to explore the complex interactions between natural systems and human activities, and to develop innovative solutions to some of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time.

Impact

In an age dominated by talks of climate change and ecological footprints, CU GeoData digs deep into the science of these issues. Our team focuses on designing, building and deploying instrumentation capable of recording a large variety of atmospheric, geologic, and hydrological data. With projects ranging from harmful algal bloom (HABs) detection to solar-powered soil monitoring to measuring the effects of air pollutants on Ithaca’s air quality, we aim to better understand crucial aspects of our environment and shared planet.

Weather Stations

Explore the pulse of our planet right from our campus. Our weather stations are not just points on a map; they are windows to a world of meteorological marvels. Here, you can tap into real-time data streams that bring you temperature trends, precipitation patterns, wind speeds, and more.

Whether you're a weather enthusiast, a student of earth sciences, or simply curious about the climatic heartbeat of your environment, our on-campus weather stations offer a treasure trove of information. Dive into the data to discover, analyze, and appreciate the intricate dynamics of weather phenomena that shape our days and forge our futures.