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    HeiGIT gGmbH

    from Heidelberg

    HeiGIT develops innovative geoinformation technologies for sustainable mobility, humanitarian aid & climate protection. The institute of the Uni Heidelberg is looking for talents who want to improve the world with open data & methods.

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    Heidelberg Institute for Geoinformation Technology (HeiGIT)

    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.

    Main Products and Services

    • OpenStreetMap-Tools (OSM): HeiGIT develops tools such as the ohsome Framework to analyze and improve historical OSM data. This also includes platforms such as the OSHDB and the ohsome Quality API (OQAPI) for data quality tests.
    • OpenRouteService (ORS): An open route planner for sustainable mobility, which is improved through the integration of social media data.
    • Sketch Map Tool: A user-friendly app for participatory mapping.
    • Climate Actions: Development of climate indicator dashboards for better decisions in environmental protection.

    Mission and Values

    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.

    Sustainability Goals and Initiatives

    HeiGIT focuses on several sustainable goals:

    • Sustainable Mobility: Development of intelligent routing services for low-CO2 transport.
    • Humanitarian Aid: Geodata for disaster relief and humanitarian operations.
    • Climate Protection: Analysis and visualization of climate data to support climate-friendly measures.
    • Partnerships: Close collaboration with international aid organizations such as the Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team.

    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.

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