Applications of satellite remote sensing technology in public policy and decision-making based on the Anderson model

Rastegarfar, Mohammad; Kamali, Yahya

doi:10.22059/jppolicy.2026.413076.2877

Applications of satellite remote sensing technology in public policy and decision-making based on the Anderson model

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Document Type : Review Article

Authors

Mohammad Rastegarfar ¹

Yahya Kamali ²

¹ Graduated in Public Policy at Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman(SBUK) /Kerman/Iran

² Professor of Public Policy, Department of Political Science, Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman(SBUK), Kerman, Iran.

10.22059/jppolicy.2026.413076.2877

Abstract

Public policy has increasingly entered various domains through an interdisciplinary approach, drawing on multiple academic fields to design effective and evidence-based policies. The present study aims to highlight the applications of these modern technologies as a strategic knowledge tool to enhance the qualitative and quantitative precision of infrastructural policy-making.

This research adopts a qualitative approach, employing thematic analysis along with open and axial coding. The study examines and analyzes research articles, academic books, institutional reports, and content published on the websites of various national and international space organizations. Anderson's theoretical framework was also used to analyze the policy-making process.

The analysis reveals that data obtained from remote sensing satellites, including optical, thermal, and radar sensors, have extensive applications in identifying crises, challenges, and fundamental issues. The integration of satellite-derived data with Geographic Information Systems plays an influential role in data-driven and evidence-based decision-making and policy formulation aimed at addressing infrastructural challenges in the country.

Keywords

Public Policy Making

Remote Sensing

GIS

Science and Technology

Satellite

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