The International Geoscience and Remote Sensing Symposium (IGARSS) is the primary gathering for the IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society, and its 46th edition heads to Washington, D.C. in August 2026. This year’s theme, “The Future of Earth Observations,” moves beyond theory to examine how remote sensing and observation technologies can practically address the major environmental and societal challenges of our time. It is a meeting point for scientists, researchers, and engineers who are focused on building collaborative global solutions. Rather than just a series of presentations, IGARSS 2026 is designed as a space for regional and global collaboration, offering a technical program that looks at the next generation of data collection and its impact on our planet. For those involved in the intersection of technology and earth sciences, this symposium provides a clear view of where the field is headed and the partnerships being built to get there.
