The Global Airborne Observatory (GAO) Laboratory has advanced earth mapping technologies that collect quality imagery to facilitate proper monitoring and management of ecosystems. Data collected by GAO has transformed the understanding of natural and managed ecosystems over large geographic scales to improve conservation, sustainable resource use, and environmental policy. GAO's current system known as the Airborne Taxonomic mapping system (AToMS) has integrated sensing technologies which aid in mapping features on the Earth’s surface in three dimensions, including all terrestrial ecosystems and the human-built environment. AToMS can also image coral reefs and other aquatic habitats with spectral detail.