GEOSPATIAL FRONTIERS
A Publication by Project Geospatial
LOOKING BEYOND
THE MAP
Geospatial Frontiers, a new publication from Project Geospatial, brings together leading voices and experts from across the geospatial ecosystem to tackle the industry's most pressing challenges. Through in-depth articles and discussions, Geospatial Frontiers aims to explore innovative solutions and spark critical conversations that will shape the future of geospatial technology and its applications.
AUTHORS
Adam Simmons
Keith Barber
Fred Woods
The Thermodynamics of Hype: Why Space Won't Save AI's Energy Crisis (Yet)
Discover why the collision between the AI sector's accelerating energy demands and the commercial space economy is generating massive hype, and why a harsh thermodynamic reality check is required. While venture capital chases the mirage of orbital data centers and space-based solar power, the physics of vacuum heat rejection and lengthy deployment timelines make these near-term fantasies. Instead, uncover the true, highly profitable foundations of the 2026 space age: leveraging advanced Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) and physical AI to optimize strained terrestrial energy grids, deploying hyper-efficient edge compute architectures, and scaling nuclear microreactors for resilient orbital operations. Cut through the pitch-deck promises and explore the unglamorous, deep-tech infrastructure actively solving the bottlenecks of the physical economy.