Empowering NGOs with Remote Sensing and CNN-LSTM Models for Social and Environmental Transformation

Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) play a pivotal role in addressing some of the most pressing environmental and social challenges across the globe. With the rise of advanced technologies, NGOs have an unprecedented opportunity to enhance their impact through the adoption of innovative tools. Among these, remote sensing technology has emerged as a cornerstone in environmental monitoring, offering real-time data on land, water, and atmospheric conditions. The integration of remote sensing with CNN-LSTM models offers a transformative approach for NGOs to tackle environmental and social challenges. This study explores the efficacy of these technologies in monitoring deforestation and habitat loss. By leveraging high-resolution satellite imagery and ground truth data, our proposed CNN-LSTM model successfully identifies and tracks changes in land cover. Throughout various tests, the model demonstrated a high accuracy of 0.97, showcasing its potential in providing reliable, real-time data for environmental conservation efforts. The findings suggest that combining CNNs and LSTMs enhances the ability to interpret complex spatiotemporal data, thus supporting NGOs in their decision-making processes.