Hi, I'm Peter Thuku

Harnessing the power of geospatial data and space technologies to address real-world issues and contribute to sustainable solutions.

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Peter Thuku

About Me

A sanguine computer-savvy GIS & Earth Observation (EO) Professional with a strong focus on leveraging geospatial technologies to tackle complex challenges and uncover insights that drive decision-making.


My journey in the Geospatial field started with curiosity and has evolved into a professional career built on continuous learning and problem-solving.


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Education

BSc. Geospatial Information Science and Remote Sensing


Grade: First Class Honours


Dedan Kimathi University of Technology


Oct 2021 - Jan 2025

Certificate in Understanding Space


Grade: Distinction


Teaching Science & Technology Inc.


July 2024 - August 2024

Certificate in African Space Policy & Strategy


Grade: Distinction


African Space Leadership Institute


Nov 2023 - Dec 2023

Certificate in Data & Drone technology


Grade: Distinction


African Drone & Data Academy


Oct 2023 - Nov 2023

Work Experience

Feb 2025 - Present
Research Intern
July 2024 - January 2025
Undergraduate Research Assistant

Dedan Kimathi University of Technology (DeKUT)

Center: Remote Sensing Research Group (RSRG)

Project: "Participatory Approach to Climate Change Mitigation and Forest Restoration in the Muringato Catchment Area (MC2FM)".

October 2024 - Present

Geospatial Expert

Kenya Space Agency (KSA)

Project: "Small Scale Crop Mapping (SSCM) using AI/ML". Client: Murang'a County

September 2024 - Present

Remote Sensing Researcher

STAR.VISION Aerospace Group Limited

Project: "STAR.VISION's Space borne AI Algorithm Rideshare Program." by STAR.VISION & Kenya Space Agency (KSA).

Projects

Mau Complex Forest Watch (MCFW)

Mau Complex Forest Watch (MCFW)

Mau Complex Forest Watch (MCFW) is an initiative focused on promoting reforestation efforts across the Mau Forest Complex. This tool leverages Geographic Information System (GIS) and remote sensing to assess the potential areas for Tree Reforestation initiatives.


Status:

Ongoing

SpaceBorne AI Algorithm Rideshare Project

SpaceBorne AI Algorithm Rideshare Project

As part of the program by STAR.VISION Aerospace Group Limited & The Kenya Space Agency (KSA), this project focuses on the development of AI-Powered algorithm to help automate tea crop health monitoring from space.


Status:

Ongoing

AquaSense Africa (ASA)

AquaSense Africa (ASA)

AquaSense Africa is a cutting-edge water quality monitoring platform that leverages advanced remote sensing and deep learning technologies to analyze and visualize key water quality parameters, including turbidity, chlorophyll concentration, and algal blooms across any African water body.


Status:

Completed, December 2024

EUDR Coffee Farmers' Compliance Monitoring Application (CFCMA)

EUDR Coffee Farmers' Compliance Monitoring Application (CFCMA)

A Web GIS Application to determine coffee farmers' compliance with the European Union Deforestation Regulations (EUDR).


Status:

Completed, December 2024

FloodGuard Nairobi (FGN)

FloodGuard Nairobi (FGN)

FloodGuard Nairobi (FGN) is a tool developed for flood disaster preparedness, monitoring, response, and risk reduction. Incorporated with various geospatial layers, the tool identifies flood-prone areas along riparian reserves, as well as flood vulnerability scores within Nairobi County.


Status:

Completed, November 2024

Presentations, Workshops & Trainings

SRI East Africa 2025 Young Scholars Program

ESRI East Africa 2025 Young Scholars Program

I presented my award-winning project for the ESRI East Africa 2025 Young Scholars Program. I emerged position 1 upon presenting my project titled; "EUDR Compliance: A Web-GIS Solution for coffee farmers in Muringato Catchment" in front of a panel of judges and other 17 nominees from Kenyan Universities.


11th April 2025

BMBF-MC2FM Stakeholders Workshop

BMBF-MC2FM Stakeholders Workshop

Presented the developed EUDR Coffee Farmers Compliance Monitoring Application during the BMBF-MC2FM Project Stakeholders Workshop between Ruhr Bochum University (RUB) and the Remote Sensing Research Group (RSRG). EUDR CFCMA is a tool aimed at determining coffee farmers compliance with the European Union Deforestation Regulations (EUDR) in the Muringato Catchment.


3rd March 2025

SpaceBorne AI Algorithm Rideshare Project

SpaceBorne AI Algorithm Rideshare Project

Presented on the development of AI-Powered algorithm to help automate tea crop health monitoring from space. This is part of the Rideshare SpaceBorne AI program by STAR.VISION Aerospace Group Limited & The Kenya Space Agency (KSA).


26th February 2025





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