Founder Alexander Gunkel started the company after working in the aerospace sector. He realised that satellite technology could be used for environmental and humanitarian purposes, not just for research or defence applications. Space4Good now works with NGOs, governments, and businesses to track changes on the ground — from illegal deforestation to the impact of natural disasters on local communities.
Using satellites to monitor social and environmental impact
Instead of relying only on field inspections, Space4Good uses satellite images, geospatial analysis, and predictive AI modelling to monitor large areas remotely. This allows organisations to detect changes that may otherwise go unnoticed.
The company supports projects focused on nature-based solutions such as sustainable agriculture and forestry. They develop applications that offer insights into deforestation, natural disasters, carbon or biodiversity, and provide actionable reports for the whole impact ecosystem. Forestry companies can use the information to guide forest rangers, while humanitarian organisations can better understand how floods, droughts, or conflicts affect vulnerable communities.
By analysing information collected from space, the company helps organisations make faster and more informed decisions on the ground.
An “impact-first” business model
Rather than focusing only on commercial contracts, the company prioritises projects linked to sustainability and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Its clients include environmental organisations, research institutions, and humanitarian agencies.
Space4Good follows an ethical code that guides how its technology and data are used. “We do not support projects that contribute to environmental harm, human rights violations, or unlawful surveillance activities,” said Gunkel. “To create positive social and environmental change, we need to lead by example.”
The company recently partnered with the international engineering organisation RINA to provide independent monitoring and verification of the environmental impact of large-scale construction projects.
Based at The Hague Humanity Hub, Space4Good reflects the city’s growing role as a hub for organisations working on climate, peace and justice, and innovation.
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