Zambian water authorities are integrating information based on satellite imagery to alleviate water shortages. With inadequate information causing many water-related problems, an ESA project called TIGER has generated a variety of environmental maps to provide local policy makers with the necessary tools for effective water resource management. Data from ESA’s multispectral MERIS sensor aboard Envisat was used to create maps depicting existing water resources, suitable dam locations and land cover.
African water authorities receive space-tool training

Observing the Earth – Envisat overview