Thirty
years ago, as a crew of engineers, we pooled our talents to create a
PC-based model of the Colorado River. We were dismayed by the
difficulty of accessing and retrieving digital data from several
publicly managed environmental databases. Our futile efforts in
scouting for a better way to access the information inspired us to
invent one. In 1987, teamed with US West Optical Publishing, we used
our scientific knowledge, database management skills, and software
development expertise to develop and publish the first environmental
database on CD-ROM. Hydrosphere Data Products, Inc. continues the
legacy; transforming natural resources data into accessible
information.
Operating midstream between data collection institutions and end users, we add information value to data, channel and distribute its flow. We reach out along the way, exchanging knowledge with those we meet, staying abreast of new ideas and technologies. As a constructive part of this system, we build bridges between natural resource professionals, educators, researchers, and data collectors.