Climate action has become a cornerstone of Azerbaijan’s national agenda, reflecting the country’s commitment to global sustainability goals. Hosting the COP29 United Nations Climate Change Conference in 2024 and forging partnerships such as the one with COP30 in Brazil underscore Azerbaijan’s leadership role in international climate diplomacy. Against this backdrop, Azerbaijan’s space agency, Azercosmos, is leveraging cutting-edge satellite and AI technologies to address pressing climate challenges - especially in agriculture, water management, and environmental monitoring.

In 2024, marking 10 years since the launch of its first satellite, Azercosmos announced a milestone: a $10 million business portfolio forged through space-based commercial projects. According to Fuad Aslanov, Deputy Chairman of Azercosmos’ Board, this achievement highlights the agency’s evolution from simple geographic data collection to advanced digital solutions. Since establishing the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Center in 2022, Azercosmos has implemented over 100 commercial projects utilizing AI-powered platforms.

Among these, the FarmUp platform stands out as a game-changer for sustainable agriculture. By precisely mapping arable lands, measuring crop productivity, and providing forecasting tools, FarmUp enables farmers to optimize land use and supports agricultural insurance........

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