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The Global Climate Geodesign Competition (GCGC) invites designers, researchers, and students from around the world to imagine a more climate-stable future using the power of spatial planning and geodesign. The competition is hosted by the International Geodesign Collaboration (IGC) through the University of Minnesota and the Liechtenstein Institute for Strategic Development alongside the support from Esri. The  competition celebrates visionary design work that positively impacts climate resilience, functionality, and community well-being.  About the Competition The GCGC showcases innovative spatial designs at the urban, regional, national, or global level that maximize climate benefits. Project submissions should address climate stability and demonstrate excellence across multiple dimensions of sustainable design. Submissions may feature existing work, designs already in development, or new ideas tailored for the competition. The overall goal is to identify the most climate-stabilizing, resilient, and aesthetically strong design proposals that can inspire real-world climate action. Projects may be entered across several categories, including: Cities and regions Countries and bioregions Unions or groups of countries Coastal and marine areas, maritime regions, Exclusive Economic Zones, or the High Seas   Key Dates November 24, 2025: Registration opens December 31, 2025: Registration closes April 14–16, 2026: First presentation and workshop at the Geodesign Summit in Redlands, CA (in-person and online) June 15, 2026: Final submission deadline July 13–17, 2026: Final presentations and awards ceremony at the Esri User Conference in San Diego, CA   Criteria for Judging All submissions will be evaluated based on three core qualities essential to climate-forward design: Functionality. Projects should clearly demonstrate strong performance against defined design and planning criteria. Resilience. Designs should show how they help communities, regions, or ecosystems withstand the pressures of climate change and other environmental challenges. Amenity. Submissions should enhance the unique qualities of a place—elevating comfort, beauty, livability, and connection to the surrounding landscape. Climate Stability. Projects should quantify their climate impacts. For those who use the GCGC Spatial Climate Action approach and app, we can calculate the positive climate benefit of your Spatial Climate Actions in absolute, comparative and baseline-referenced ways. Eligibility The competition is open to university-based and other non-commercial entities, including individuals, teams, classes, or studios. Participants are encouraged to incorporate multidisciplinary expertise to strengthen their proposal.  As part of the registration process, participants must qualify for membership in the International Geodesign Collaboration, which grants access to program resources and tools related to the GCGC.   Get Started Register with the IGC. If you are not already enrolled, begin by becoming a member of the International Geodesign Collaboration. This step is required to enter the GCGC and provides participants with ongoing access to resources essential for preparing submissions. Pre-register for the competition. Register for the GCGC by filling this form out. Submit your project. Submit your proposal through the designated platform or GCGC App, including baseline data, transparent calculation formulas, and three digital image-and-text A1-printable files covering your concept, geospatial designs, and outcome calculations.   More Support and Information For questions related to registration, content, or technical assessment, participants may contact: Tom Fisher: tfisher@umn.edu Peter Droege: pdroege@eurisd.org Shaam Adams: shaam@umn.edu Additional information: GC@eurisd.org ... View more

Join us for the next GIS in Higher Education Chat   Topic: What’s New for Spatial Analyst in ArcGIS Pro 3.6 Description: The release of ArcGIS Pro 3.6 brings enhancements to make your GIS tasks more efficient, intuitive, and enjoyable. This release also features several new and updated capabilities and tools to perform spatial analysis.  Whether you're an educator, researcher, or student in a GIS course, this session will guide you through the most exciting new capabilities and updates in spatial analysis included in this version. Speakers: Spatial Analysis and Data Science team, Esri When: Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 9:00 AM (PT)   Register to attend >>   ... View more

The GIS in Higher Education Chat is a monthly informal gathering hosted by the Esri education team every first Tuesday of the month. Each month topic varies in how GIS tools are being used in education programs and in curricular materials.  Refer to this gallery on previous GIS in Higher Education Chat topics. Each month we will post about the upcoming GIS in Higher Education Chat with a link to register as well as the recording, slide deck, and resources, if you are not able to attend. Please comment below if you have any follow up questions or have suggestions for upcoming chats.   ... View more

ArcGIS Pro 3.6 is here, and it’s packed with updates that make your GIS work faster, smarter, and more fun! Whether you’re teaching GIS, doing research, or taking a GIS course, this session will walk you through the coolest new features and improvements.   Register for the chat >>   ... View more

Join us at FedGIS for the largest GIS event for government. Designed specifically for federal GIS practitioners, this immersive experience offers unmatched opportunities to grow your skills, connect with peers, and advance your mission.   When: February 10-11, 2026 Where: Washington, DC Registration: https://www.esri.com/en-us/about/events/fedgis/registration   ... View more

This guide evolves the GIScience curriculum using up-to-date case studies, teaching approaches, and technologies. Developed collaboratively with educators and practitioners, it equips learners to apply geospatial thinking and analysis to solve problems with GIS. Watch the webinar  recording  to learn a new curriculum that teaches how to apply a geographic approach to real-world problems while linking those lessons to the fundamental concepts of modern web-based GIScience. You will learn: How these materials teach fundamental GIScience concepts, competencies, and ethics through applied problem-solving How to adapt these open materials and instructor resources to meet the needs of your students   Watch the recording >>  View attached slide deck   ... View more

Esri YPN Provides the Tools to Map Your Way to New Opportunities Ready to stand out in the competitive world of GIS? Watch this webinar recording to learn how to craft a portfolio that tells your story, highlights your strengths, and captures the attention of employers and collaborators. ‌You’ll leave with practical tips, inspiring examples, and the tools to map your way to new opportunities. This webinar is designed for students and emerging professionals who want to showcase their skills, projects, and potential with confidence. Watch the webinar to: See examples of other GIS portfolio samples from students and professionals Learn ArcGIS tools to build your portfolio Get insights on how a GIS portfolio can raise your profile   Webinar speakers and links to GIS portfolios: Austin Stone | Account Manager | Esri Olivia Koch | View GIS Portfolio | University of Rhode Island Graduate Georgios-Nektarios Tselos | View GIS Portfolio | Harokopio University of Athens Ethan McGhee | View GIS Portfolio | Geospatial Professionals Network (GPN) Heidi Daulton | How to Build a GIS Portfolio | Sr. Project Manager | Esri Watch the Recording >>    ... View more

Learn How to Teach Drone Mapping   Drone skills are about more than just flying. Increase student capability by combining flight skills with data mapping and analysis. Watch this webinar recording to see how drone data is brought into ArcGIS and used for analysis in student projects. Watch this webinar to: Get examples of other GIS portfolio samples from students and professionals Learn what ArcGIS tools to use to build your portfolio Get insights on how a GIS portfolio can raise your profile   Watch the webinar recording >>   Download attached PPT deck >>   ... View more

Uniting those who bring ArcGIS to life The Esri Developer & Technology Summit happening March 10-13 in Palm Springs, CA is designed for anyone building, customizing, and automating spatial solutions at any scale or complexity. Discover how ArcGIS has evolved as an enterprise-ready platform, explore the latest tools and IT implementations, and exchange ideas with your peers and tech experts. Take advantage of focused learning opportunities for an array of roles and skill sets.   Students can register at a discounted rate under the 'Education' category.   Get registration details >>   ... View more

Best Practices for Geospatial Learning   Technical skills no longer last as long as they once did. As technology evolves rapidly and AI alters the nature of work, analysts are finding new cachet in a willingness to learn. Register for this WhereNext webcast to hear from standout professionals and their experiences with mentorship and learning. Their advice holds inspiration and guidance for today’s geospatial pros and the business leaders they support.   Key topics How the “half-life” of technical skills is changing What it takes to strengthen soft skills  How to communicate up and down the organization What mentorship looks like in a remote work environment   Webinar Speakers   Register for the webcast >>   ... View more

Resources for a Changing GIScience Curriculum This guide evolves the GIScience curriculum using up-to-date case studies, teaching approaches, and technologies. Developed collaboratively with educators and practitioners, it equips learners to apply geospatial thinking and analysis to solve problems with GIS. Join us for a webinar on October 29, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (PT) to learn a new curriculum that teaches how to apply a geographic approach to real-world problems while linking those lessons to the fundamental concepts of modern web-based GIScience. You will learn: How these materials teach fundamental GIScience concepts,competencies, and ethics through applied problem-solving How to adapt these open materials and instructor resources to meet the needs of your students   Register for the webinar >>    ... View more

Smart Campus Mapping at The Henry Ford Museum   Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at how The Henry Ford Museum is using Esri technology and ArcGIS Indoors to become a smart campus. Watch the webinar recording to see how geospatial tools like lidar, 3D BIM, and drone mapping are transforming everything from facility management to visitor engagement.You’ll walk away with practical insights for modernizing your own campus or institution with GIS.   You will learn: Business goals, operational challenges, and strategic decisions that led The Henry Ford to adopt a GIS-based smart campus approach How various data types—like CAD, PDFs, lidar scans, and panoramic imagery—are transformed into actionable indoor maps and digital twins Tools used in the project, including ArcGIS Indoors, Matterport, BIM models, and CAD How GIS enhances wayfinding, facility management, emergency planning,and visitor engagement   Watch the webinar recording >>   ... View more

Learn how to teach drone mapping Drone skills are about more than just flying. Increase student capability by combining flight skills with data mapping and analysis. See how drone data is brought into ArcGIS and used for analysis in student projects. Join us for our webinar happening on Nov. 13th at 4 PM (PT) to learn about techniques for teaching drone workflows and how to get no-cost software to support it. The basic drone workflow includes: Flight planning and flying the drone Stitching together collected images for GIS Using collected images for basemaps and analysis   Register for the webinar >>   ... View more

Build a GIS Portfolio That Tells Your Story Ready to stand out in the competitive world of GIS? Register for our webinar happening November 12th at 12 PM (PT) to learn how to craft a portfolio that tells your story, highlights your strengths, and captures the attention of employers and collaborators. You’ll leave with practical tips, inspiring examples, and the tools to map your way to new opportunities. This webinar is designed for students and emerging professionals who want to showcase their skills, projects, and potential with confidence.   Register for the webinar >>   ... View more