Satellite image and population density analysis to identify rural water treatment station acquisition targets
Challenge
We would like to use satellite images to determine population density in a way that is useful in identifying promising opportunities to either (1) acquire and expand existing water treatment stations, (2) develop greenfield stations, or (3) extend pipeline networks from stations we already own.
Expected outcome
- A database of population clusters able to be segmented with parameters such as GPS location, location within specific Cambodian province/commune/village, population density
- The ability to cross-reference the above database against our current database of private water operators and their jurisdictions.
Resources provided
- William Puyo (GM of KWSH)
- Andrew Durke (COO of OBOR Capital [investor and project sponsor of KWSH])
- Max Thornton (Analyst at OBOR Capital)
- Database of private water operators and which communes their licenses cove
- Knowledge of target population density patterns based on 4-year history of operating 5 water stations
Program structure
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Key milestones
- Phase 1: translate satellite images into useable population density data
- Phase 2: identify attractive population density patterns
- Phase 3: cross reference against list of private water operators
Skills
Languages
Nonprofit mission
RISE is managed by Swisscontact. The mission of Swisscontact is as follows:
We promote inclusive economic, social and ecological development to make an effective contribution towards sustainable and widespread prosperity in developing and emerging economies.
With this objective in mind, we offer the chance to economically and socially disadvantaged people to improve their lives on their own initiative.
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Cheavy Chuop
Project Leader
Volunteers
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James McErlain
United States