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Environment & Climate

Our mission: To develop and deliver operational services based on satellite and in-situ data for the conservation of the planet.

CLS brings its expertise to biodiversity, climate, and natural resources, supporting international sustainable development policies.

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Know Today, Live Better Tomorrow

The international community has made sustainable development, climate change mitigation and adaptation, and natural resource management major priorities. At CLS, we develop solutions based on the latest space technologies, the result of 30 years of collaboration with the scientific community.

Our tools collect precise data on wildlife, oceans, freshwater resources, the impacts of climate change, and the state of our territories. This information provides concrete solutions to protect biodiversity, optimize agricultural practices, and support urban resilience. We also contribute to the sustainable management of water and forest resources.

Our services improve monitoring of the planet’s environmental state while supporting land conservation and responsible planning. These data enable policymakers, decision-makers, industries, and citizens to take more informed and sustainable actions.

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400 000 animals tracked over 40 years with our solutions

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85% accuracy in our cultivated land surface analysis model

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50 experts on staff: geographers, urban planners, environmental scientists, geomatics specialists working for resilient and prosperous territories

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~12 000 pollution events detected and monitored by our experts over the last decade

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3,6mm/an: sea level rise measured by our specialists

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7 world regions mapped by our analysts (Indonesia, Brazil, Guadeloupe, Martinique, New Caledonia, French Guiana, Africa)

Our Solutions for the Environment and Climate

Biodiversity Protection

Smart
Agriculture

Fighting Pollution

Livestock Management

Oceanography, Meteorology, and Glaciology

Sustainable Water and Forest Resource Management

Land Management, Air Quality, and Soil Artificialization

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Biodiversity Protection

We provide advanced tracking solutions for a wide range of species: land animals, birds, marine mammals, and fish.

As the historical operator of the Argos system and exclusive provider of its value-added services, we offer global satellite connectivity linking a wide range of transmitters and tracking tags tailored to biodiversity study and conservation.

CLS solutions combine satellite connectivity, smart sensors, and access to a vast range of environmental parameters enhanced by artificial intelligence: temperature, ocean currents, phytoplankton concentration, ocean fronts, maritime traffic maps (AIS), and even human activity sound levels (shipping routes, underwater construction).

This data richness enhances our understanding of species behavior and the pressures they face, enabling a comprehensive scientific approach to biodiversity at the interface between ecosystems and human activities.

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Smart agriculture

Currently, an estimated 821 million people suffer from chronic undernourishment.

Population growth and climate change exert increasing pressure on agriculture, making it more important than ever to access information on water use and soil quality.

By combining in-situ and Earth observation data, CLS delivers strategic insights to:

  • Evaluate agricultural water needs and availability
  • Map and identify crop types
  • Detect field anomalies (irrigation issues, floods, pests, illegal harvesting)
  • Estimate crop yields
  • Assess soil quality
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Fighting Pollution

Pollution—whether plastic, biological, oil-based, or atmospheric—is a growing threat to the environment, human health, and natural resources.

We provide comprehensive solutions tailored to the needs of industries, local authorities, and public agencies (customs, ministries, maritime affairs) to monitor, prevent, and respond to pollution.

For air pollution, our services include real-time measurement, risk analysis, and regulatory support—helping protect communities and ensure environmental compliance.

For marine environments, we offer satellite-based detection systems, connected beacons, and drift models to identify pollution sources, anticipate their spread, and optimize cleanup operations.

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Livestock Management

With 40+ years of expertise in satellite tracking and spatial data management, we provide solutions for park managers, scientists, policymakers, farmers, and nomadic communities.

For biodiversity managers, our tools monitor animal movements, health, and habitat resources—crucial for protecting ecosystems, fighting poaching, and supporting reintroduction programs. They also help reduce the environmental impact of livestock by improving grazing zone management.

For farmers and nomadic populations, our solutions offer real-time herd tracking, optimized movement management, and risk prevention (disease, loss, human-animal conflict).

Through a combination of satellite tracking, Earth observation, and multi-source data, we deliver sustainable management tailored to every user's needs—even in the most remote areas.

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Oceanography, Meteorology, and Glaciology: In-Situ Environmental Measurement

Scientists, oceanographers, hydrologists, meteorologists, glaciologists, climatologists, and environmental experts, increasingly rely on satellite systems to enrich their research.

Our custom solutions, based on Argos modems, global and reliable connectivity, and integration of multi-source data (radar, optical, altimetry), enable fast and efficient data collection and transmission even in extreme environments.

These data streams are centralized in our visualization platforms, offering scientists a clear, intuitive, and operational view.

These tools improve environmental analysis significantly, providing near real-time monitoring and access to advanced technologies to preserve ecosystems and anticipate climate change impacts.

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Sustainable Water
and Forest Resource Management

Forests and freshwater resources are vital to planetary health. Forests act as carbon sinks and biodiversity reservoirs, while freshwater is key to food security, natural hazard management, and sustainable development.

We support scientists, water managers, foresters, and environmental protection agencies with tailored solutions based on satellite data (optical, radar, altimetry) and in-situ sensors.

Our tools provide dynamic forest assessments (surface, composition, loss, gain) and monitoring of disturbances (fires, landslides, logging) and illegal deforestation.

For water, we monitor watersheds, reservoirs, and climate risks (droughts, floods), offering reliable data and innovative technologies for protecting resources and strengthening territorial resilience.

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Strategic data for better planning, preservation and breathing

Urbanization and environmental challenges require territory managers to balance development, resource protection, and public well-being. CLS provides concrete solutions to monitor land use, plan sustainable zoning, and track environmental quality.

Our spatial analysis tools monitor land cover changes—agricultural, natural, or forested—via multi-scale, historical, and forward-looking maps. We identify high-risk zones, renaturation potential, and support sustainable planning policies.

We also offer comprehensive systems for monitoring air quality, noise, and industrial emissions to help stakeholders assess environmental impacts, meet regulations, prevent health risks, and improve operational performance.

This provides territories with reliable, dynamic and actionable indicators for building resilient and responsible strategies.

Earth Observation Programs

A Unique Expertise in Satellite Altimetry for Climate and Ocean Monitoring

For more than 30 years, CLS has played a key role in ocean observation and climate tracking through space altimetry. As a historical partner of major space agencies (CNES, NASA, ESA, EUMETSAT), we design, process, validate, and operate highly accurate satellite data systems.

Our space oceanography and altimetry services feed vital climate indicators—sea level, wave height, marine heatwaves—contributing to better understanding of ocean dynamics and science-based environmental policy-making.

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CLS collaborates with public and private sector partners involved in environmental studies, natural disaster management, and territorial resilience. If you’d like to learn how we can help improve your performance, get in touch.

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