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Utilizing Smart GIS Solutions to Drive California Recycling Mandates

Posted on by Chigo Ibeh | ArcGIS Dashboards, ArcGIS Experience Builder, ArcGIS Online, Community, Design, Development, Environment, GIS, State & Local, Survey123

Faced with California’s ambitious recycling mandates—AB 341, AB 1826, and SB 1383—San Mateo County turned to GIS to track, manage, and report compliance across its communities. Blue Raster partnered with the County to build a smart, centralized application using ArcGIS Experience Builder, ArcGIS Online, and Survey123. The result? A powerful tool that streamlines inspections, visualizes hauler service routes, simplifies reporting, and supports the County’s mission to reduce waste and meet state environmental goals.  Read More

Empowering Global Conservation with the Jane Goodall Institute’s Tapestry of Hope

Posted on by Phil Satlof | 3D, ArcGIS Online, Conservation, JavaScript API, Nonprofit/NGO, Survey123, Women in Science

The Jane Goodall Institute’s Tapestry of Hope project weaves together uplifting stories of individuals, organizations, and communities working to protect the environment, support wildlife, and uplift human well-being. This dynamic platform highlights the collective impact of grassroots efforts around the world—encouraging visitors to explore, share, and become part of a global movement dedicated to creating a brighter future.  Read More

Supporting the 2024 AANHPI National Unity Summit

Posted on by Diane Trif | ArcGIS Dashboards, ArcGIS Experience Builder, ArcGIS Online, Community, Culture, Economic Development, GIS, Media, Mobile, Nonprofit/NGO, Survey123

Blue Raster supported the Asian American Unity Coalition (AAUC) at the 2024 AANHPI Unity Summit in Washington, D.C., focusing on civic engagement and advocacy for key issues like immigration and civil rights. Our team helped amplify AAPI voices by utilizing ArcGIS technology to drive change and enhance community engagement. Learn how Blue Raster’s commitment to “GIS for Good” plays a crucial role in fostering unity and creating impactful solutions for underrepresented communities.  Read More

Changing Lanes with Configurable Solutions in MCDOT’s Bus Rapid Transit Planning Study

Posted on by Phil Satlof | ArcGIS Experience Builder, Survey123, Transportation

Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is giving its citizens a say in the latest Flash Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) configuration, locations, and corridor termini serving Takoma Park, Langley Park, and White Oak—and ArcGIS is helping make it all possible. With its New Hampshire Avenue BRT planning study, MCDOT is providing Montgomery County residents with…  Read More

Creating Effective Disaster Preparedness, Response, and Recovery Resources for the Nevada Division of Emergency Management

Posted on by Christopher Gabris | ArcGIS Dashboards, ArcGIS Experience Builder, ArcGIS Hub, ArcGIS Online, Disaster Response, Emergency Management, Esri, GIS, Survey123

In 2020, the State of Nevada’s Department of Public Safety began discussing the possibility of using Esri’s ArcGIS disaster response and damage assessment solutions to support emergency preparedness, response, and recovery more efficiently and effectively within its Division of Emergency Management (DEM). With Blue Raster’s extensive knowledge on these configurable solutions, Nevada’s DEM selected our…  Read More

Disposal of Debris after Disaster: Blue Raster partners with CDR Maguire to quantify and monitor disposal of debris material

Posted on by Phil Satlof | Disaster Response, ArcGIS Experience Builder, ArcGIS Online, Esri, Field Mobility, Infrastructure, Mobile, Public Safety, Survey123

Following a catastrophic event, the assessment and removal of debris and clean-up efforts of those impacted can create a ripple effect of challenges that communities are forced to overcome. To aid in an efficient approach, crews need assistance quantifying the damages incurred and coordination of how best to begin to confront the disposal of debris. Blue Raster helps CDR Maguire use the Esri Debris Management Solution with a custom enhancement to support online and offline use.  Read More