Earth observation · Web GIS · Geospatial Analysis · Conservation and NbS
Building geospatial products and interactive web applications that transform Earth observation data into intuitive tools for conservation, climate resilience, disaster risk reduction, policy, and sustainable development.
01 — About
Hi! I’m Alvin Baloloy, an Earth Observation expert and geospatial consultant. I develop geospatial solutions that bridge science, technology, and decision-making. My work combines satellite remote sensing, cloud computing, and interactive mapping to help governments and organizations understand landscapes, monitor environmental change, and plan for a more resilient future.
With over a decade of experience in Earth observation, I have led national-scale projects in forest mapping, geospatial product development, blue carbon studies, and Copernicus capacity development across the Philippines.
Project experience
National agencies, international institutions, universities, and conservation organizations.
02 — Selected work
Purpose-built digital tools for environmental intelligence.
A faster, more intuitive way to explore the Earth through Sentinel-2 imagery.
A satellite imagery explorer designed to simplify scene discovery, visual comparison, and spectral insight—bringing powerful Earth observation workflows into one focused interface.
Explore the AppZoological Society of London · World Economic Forum
An interactive mapping platform that brings together national blue carbon datasets to support coastal conservation, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable management in the Philippines.
Open applicationOceana
An interactive decision-support platform that identifies and prioritizes suitable sites for mangrove restoration using satellite imagery, environmental datasets, and spatial analysis.
Open applicationJapan International Cooperation Agency · University of the Philippines
A GEE-based tool that automatically maps potential mangrove sites using MVI generated from Copernicus Sentinel data.
Open application03 — Research & Publications
Articles on Earth Observation, Remote Sensing, Nature-based Solutions, Urban and Environmental Studies.
Global impactJournal article · 2020
Baloloy, A.B., Blanco, A.C., Sta. Ana, R.R.C., Nadaoka, K. ISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing, 166, 95–117.
Used by organizations including the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, The Nature Conservancy, and academic institutions worldwide. FAO adopted MVI for The World’s Mangroves 2000–2020.
Book chapterBook chapter · 2023
Vegetation Extent and Impacts of Anthropogenic and Climate-Related Factors
Baloloy, A.B. et al. In: Leal Filho, W., Kovaleva, M., Alves, F., Abubakar, I.R. (eds), Climate Change Strategies: Handling the Challenges of Adapting to a Changing Climate. Springer, Cham.
Read the book chapter