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United Nations Human Development Index
Coverage of United Nations Human Development Index in the Nexus archive.
- Satellites add a new layer to global poverty data
A new study using satellite data reveals that 58% of the global population has been misclassified in the UN's Human Development Index. This misclassification can significantly impact how international aid is distributed to those in need. The findings highlight the potential of satellite technology to improve the accuracy of global poverty assessments.