Jed Sundwall
Executive Director of Radiant Earth and open-data advocate focused on making geospatial and planetary-scale data easier to access and use, and founder of initiatives like Source Cooperative and the Cloud Native Geospatial Forum.
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Dec 9, 2025 • 46min
From Data Dump to Data Product
In this conversation, Jed Sundwall, Executive Director of Radiant Earth and an open-data advocate, emphasizes the critical distinction between raw data and cohesive data products. He critiques the current state of open data portals, advocating for intentional design with clear documentation and support. Jed introduces Source Cooperative as an invisible but powerful tool for easy data publishing. He also discusses the concept of 'gazelles'—agile organizations capable of adapting to 21st-century challenges, calling for innovative strategies to sustain long-term data stewardship.
Oct 25, 2024 • 50min
S15E1: Is the future of geospatial in the cloud? A conversation with Jed Sundwall
Jed Sundwall, Executive Director of Radiant Earth, is a key player in the realm of open geospatial data and cloud technology. He discusses the transformative potential of cloud-native geospatial workflows, emphasizing improved data accessibility and collaboration. The conversation explores the evolution of cloud technology since 2015 and its implications for the future of Earth observation. Sundwall highlights the importance of community engagement and the shift towards inclusive platforms that empower both experts and newcomers in the field.
