Alastair speaks with Neil Sims, an Earth Observation Scientist at CSIRO (Australia's national sciene agency), about his journey in the field of geospatial science and the importance of Earth observation in managing land degradation. They discuss the complexities of measuring land degradation, the significance of land degradation neutrality, and the role of international cooperation in addressing environmental challenges. Neil shares insights on the evolution of Earth observation technologies and their impact on sustainable land management practices, emphasizing the need for continued collaboration and innovation in the field.

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