Satellite Earth Observation (EO) is rapidly becoming one of the most important digital tools for sustainable development, moving far beyond its traditional role in scientific research. A new Asian Development Bank (ADB) report argues that satellite technology, combined with artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and advanced geospatial analytics, can help governments make faster, smarter, and more evidence-based decisions on climate resilience, disaster management, infrastructure planning, agriculture, urban development, and environmental protection. As climate risks intensify and public investment requirements grow, the report suggests that EO should be treated as essential digital infrastructure rather than simply a space technology. Satellite Data…