Azavea is a Philadelphia-based company specializing in geospatial technology and data science, addressing social, environmental, and urban challenges. They develop innovative software solutions that leverage Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to visualize, analyze, and manage spatial data. With a strong focus on environmental sustainability, Azavea creates tools for climate change monitoring, natural resource management, and environmental justice analysis. The company is also a passionate advocate for open-source technology, actively contributing to projects like Raster Foundry and Cicero. Azavea’s products and services, such as DistrictBuilder for political redistricting, support civic engagement and empower governments and non-profits to make informed decisions in areas like urban planning, transportation, and public services.
As a certified B Corporation, Azavea is committed to social impact, balancing profit with positive contributions to society and the environment. Their solutions integrate data science, including machine learning, to enhance geospatial data analysis and predictive modeling.