globalimmer
Globalimmer is a term used in discussions of global-scale visualization and analysis of artificial illumination. It refers to a hypothetical framework or platform designed to map, monitor, and analyze worldwide luminous phenomena by integrating multiple data sources into a unified, high-resolution representation of nighttime lighting and its temporal dynamics. The concept is used in academic, planning, and policy contexts to study energy use, urban development, and light pollution. Globalimmer is not a single product; rather, it denotes a family of approaches toward standardized data fusion and visualization.
Data sources envisioned for Globalimmer include satellite observations of night-time lights (for example VIIRS), historical and
Challenges include data access, privacy and security concerns, sensor bias, and the lack of interoperable standards.