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HeiGIT gGmbH
Heidelberg, DEImpact-drivenNon-Profit EnterpriseDigital & ITScience & Research
Impact3Sustainability Goals
Employees51 - 100
About HeiGIT gGmbH
HeiGIT gGmbH is a non-profit organization established in 2019, affiliated with Heidelberg University. Its mission is to advance geoinformation technology for the benefit of society and the environment, bridging foundational research with practical applications. The organization develops innovative open-source geoinformation, methods, and software. Key areas include Geoinformation for Humanitarian Aid, Smart Mobility, Big Spatial Data Analytics, and Climate Action. HeiGIT gGmbH collaborates with partners like the WWF and the German Red Cross, primarily supporting UN Sustainable Development Goals 9 and 13.
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Sustainability Goals
Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure
Developing Innovative Geoinformation Technology
The organization develops and provides innovative open-source geoinformation methods and software, bridging the gap between foundational research and practical applications.
Providing Open Digital Infrastructure
HeiGIT enriches and analyzes geodata like OpenStreetMap, offering free tools and insights to researchers and public authorities.
Climate Action
Providing Geodata for Climate Action
HeiGIT creates customized geodata and intelligent routing solutions that support climate action stakeholders in addressing challenges.
Data-Driven Solutions for Climate Change
The organization analyzes geodata to deliver actionable insights and tools for climate action stakeholders.
Sustainable Cities & Communities
Fostering Smart Mobility for Sustainable Cities
The organization develops intelligent routing solutions and geodata for smart mobility, contributing to the creation of sustainable and safe urban environments.
Strengthening Disaster Response and Resilience
HeiGIT provides geoinformation for humanitarian aid and disaster management, making cities and communities more resilient.
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FAQs
Q1What is HeiGIT gGmbH's mission?
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HeiGIT gGmbH's mission is to advance geoinformation technology for the benefit of society and the environment. It bridges the gap between foundational geoinformatics research and practical applications by developing innovative open-source geoinformation, methods, and software.
Q2What are HeiGIT gGmbH's key areas of focus?
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The organization focuses on Geoinformation for Humanitarian Aid, Smart Mobility, Big Spatial Data Analytics, and Climate Action. It creates customized geodata for humanitarian missions and intelligent routing solutions.
Q3Which organizations does HeiGIT gGmbH collaborate with?
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HeiGIT gGmbH collaborates with a wide array of organizations, including the WWF, the German Red Cross (DRK), Missing Maps, and MapAction. These collaborations reflect its extensive network in applying geoinformation for public good.
Q4How large is HeiGIT gGmbH?
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HeiGIT gGmbH is a medium-sized organization with 51 to 100 employees.
Q5Where is HeiGIT gGmbH located?
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HeiGIT gGmbH is headquartered in Heidelberg, Germany, and operates two locations in total.
Q6How can interested individuals apply for positions at HeiGIT gGmbH?
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Interested individuals can find current job openings and application information on HeiGIT gGmbH's career page at https://heigit.org/careers/.
Q7Which UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) does HeiGIT gGmbH primarily support?
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HeiGIT gGmbH primarily supports SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure) and SDG 13 (Climate Action). SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) is of secondary relevance.
