Lens Newsletter: March 2026

Alison O'Neill
Mar 10, 2026
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Thanks for checking out this monthโ€™s edition of our Lens newsletter. See the highlights here and scroll on for all the details!ย 

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What's new

Unlock deeper insights with high-res multispectral data

Lens users can now order multispectral data! ๐ŸŒˆ Check out our new blog for a deep dive on high-resolution multispectral data and how to use these sourcesin remote monitoring work.

๐ŸŒŸย New data layer: Annual NCLD

The Annual National Land Cover Database (NLCD) is developed by USGS and provides annual land cover information for the United States back to 2000. Land is classified into one of 16 classes. This dataset is created from Landsat data using machine learning and AI and has replaced the Legacy NLCD. Legacy NCLD data is still available in Lens to maintain any existing Notes or Analysis charts.

Upcoming webinar

๐ŸŽฅ Remote monitoring for African conservation

March 18 | 12pm (ET)

Join us on Wednesday, March 18th to learn about how monitoring landscapes remotely is transforming how conservation authorities and NGOs across Africa protect ecosystems, manage resources, and track progress toward restoration goals.

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Education

The ROI of remote monitoring in Washington County, CO

Check out our new blog on how Washington County's assessor used Lens to identify over $3 million in new assessed value, boosting ROI, reducing field visits, and improving workflows.

Updated guide to getting started in Lens

Our guide to getting started in Lens was recently updated โ€” bookmark this to share with with new teammates or simply as a quick refresher on the fundamentals in Lens.

Where on Earth?

ยฉ Copernicus Sentinel 2026

In honor of the International Day of Forests on March 21st, we're highlighting one of our favorite forested areas and extending a special thank you to the stewards who manage these important ecosystems around the world. This managed forest in New Hampshire is a stunning example of the regenerative power of forests โ€” just look at the difference 5 years makes!


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Happy monitoring!

- The Lens Team

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