The Heidelberg Institute for Geoinformation Technology (HeiGIT) is a non-profit research institute of Heidelberg University that specializes in the development of innovative geoinformation technologies. It was founded in 2019 and is supported by the Klaus Tschira Foundation. The mission of HeiGIT is to bridge the gap between geoinformatic research and the needs of society and the environment.
The mission of HeiGIT is to promote sustainable mobility, humanitarian aid and climate protection through open data, methods and technologies. It values developing practical solutions that make a noticeable difference.
HeiGIT focuses on several sustainable goals:
Through these initiatives, HeiGIT aims to contribute to a more sustainable and digital future by putting innovative technologies at the service of society and the environment.
