Conference:  Transform X 2022

Authors: Miriam Cha

2022-10-19

The Multimodal Learning for Earth and Environment Challenge (MultiEarth 2022) aims to monitor and analyze deforestation in the Amazon rainforest using satellite remote sensing, specifically synthetic aperture radar (SAR) with optical sensors. The challenge addresses the difficulty of gathering clear images in humid and cloudy weather conditions. The challenge also involves manually labeling deforestation label maps, which is time-consuming and requires collaboration with external organizations. The MultiEarth 2022 challenge received 54 submissions across three sub-challenges and was successful in promoting collaboration between MIT Lincoln Lab, MIT campus, and the Department of Air Force.

• Deforestation in the Amazon rainforest is a significant problem that contributes to reduced biodiversity, habitat loss, and climate change.
• Satellite remote sensing, specifically SAR with optical sensors, offers a powerful tool to track changes in the Amazon, even in difficult weather conditions.
• The MultiEarth 2022 challenge involves manually labeling deforestation label maps, which is time-consuming and requires collaboration with external organizations.
• The MultiEarth 2022 challenge received 54 submissions across three sub-challenges and was successful in promoting collaboration between MIT Lincoln Lab, MIT campus, and the Department of Air Force.