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MapBiomas User Summit 2026

About the Event

The MapBiomas User Summit is the premier gathering for the MapBiomas user community, centered on collaboration and the sharing of experiences and practical applications of
Taking place on July 7th and 8th, 2026, in São Paulo, the summit brings together researchers, students, professionals, journalists, and public managers to discuss technological innovations—such as the use of Artificial Intelligence—and to strengthen the open data infrastructure for environmental conservation and sustainable development.

More than a technical event, the MapBiomas User Summit serves as a community catalyst—a space to transform knowledge into territorial management and environmental impact. We recognize that the value of MapBiomas is only realized when its data and platforms are actively adopted and utilized, as it is the users who transform information into action.

Therefore, this meeting focuses on promoting direct interaction, networking e a and knowledge exchange among users, encouraging practical solutions and continuous collaboration to improve data, maps, and platforms. The goal is for every connection and lesson learned to result in concrete applications and changes for the environment, strengthening the user ecosystem and expanding the network's capacity across different contexts and territories.

Venue, Date, and Times

Date: July 7th and 8th, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM (Full schedule coming so

Location: Insper
City: São Paulo – SP

Registration

The MapBiomas User Summit is designed for a diverse audience that utilizes or is interested in territorial and environmental data. The event brings together MapBiomas data users, researchers, students, geotechnology professionals, public managers, and journalists who use this information daily, as well as representatives from traditional communities, the financial sector, civil society organizations, and the private sector.

Registration is open to everyone who fits this profile. However, due to a limited number of spots, participation in the event will be subject to a selection process.

The event will span two days with a complementary agenda. Therefore, we recommend full participation to get the most out of the programming and proposed activities. Nevertheless, it is possible to register for only one of the days, though we emphasize the importance of attending both.

Register here. Limited spots available!!


Important Dates

  • April 10: Registration form released.
  • May 10: Registration deadline.
  • June 01: Announcement of registration results (for both attendees and presenters) and request for participation confirmation.
  • June 08: Final deadline for confirming participation (attendees and presenters
  • June 15: Instructions and thematic sessions sent to presenters.
  • July 07 & 08: MapBiomas User Summit 2026.

What to Expect from the 2026 Edition

The 2026 edition of the MapBiomas User Summit focuses on data communication, innovations, and expanding applications and impacts. It also creates dedicated spaces to resolve technical questions about data and platform usage directly with the MapBiomas team. 

Key Highlights of This Edition:

  • Scientific Data Communication: Sessions dedicated to translating complex information for journalists and decision-makers.
  • Technological Innovation: Presentations of platform updates, AI tools, and the integration of new Machine Learning algorithms by our teams.
  • Direct Interaction: The debut of the "Help Desk" (Plantão de Dúvidas) featuring specialists and researchers (MapBiomers) for technical support and discussions on methods, data, and platforms.
  • Recognition of Initiatives: The 9th Edition of the MapBiomas Award ceremony, honoring innovative works that utilize our data infrastructure.

The event will also feature new opportunities to engage with the team:

  • Help Desk with MapBiomers: Dedicated moments to resolve technical questions, discuss data usage, and explore new possibilities with MapBiomas specialists and researchers.
  • Enhanced Exchange: Increased opportunities for interaction between data users and data producers.

The goal is to strengthen not only the technical application of data but also its capacity to generate understanding, engagement, and transformation.

Highlights from the Previous Edition (2025)

The first edition of the MapBiomas User Summit took place on July 7th and 8th, 2025, at Insper in São Paulo, marking the 10th-anniversary celebrations of MapBiomas.

The event brought together a diverse and engaged community, featuring:

  • 200+ in-person participants
  • Representation from multiple sectors, including government, universities, corporations, and NGOs.
  • 30 oral presentations (‘ravinas’ and 15 poster presentations.
  • Thematic sessions on topics such as:
    • Public Policy
    • Deforestation and Restoration
    • Fire
    • Biodiversity
    • Climate Change
    • Agriculture and Water

The program included inspiring lectures by national and international experts, technical sessions, and the ceremony for the MapBiomas Award, which recognizes innovative initiatives using MapBiomas data.

FAQ

  • Q: Who can participate in the MapBiomas User Summit? A:
    • A: The event is aimed at data users, researchers, students, public managers, journalists, civil society representatives, and private sector professionals interested in territorial and environmental data.
  • Q: Does the event offer support for technical questions?
    • A: Yes. In this edition, we have included the "Help Desk" (Plantão de Dúvidas) with network specialists and researchers (MapBiomers) to discuss specific applications, classification methods, and platform usage.
  • Q: How does the selection process for in-person attendance work?
    • A: Due to the limited number of spots at the venue, interested parties must complete the registration form between April 10th and May 10th. Applications will undergo a profile review by our organizing team.
  • Q: Is the data presented at the Summit publicly accessible?
    • A: Yes. All MapBiomas data, methods, and codes are open access and use a Creative Commons license, reinforcing our commitment to transparency and open science.

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