What was Silicon Valley like before any of us alive today can remember it, and how has it changed over time? What can these data teach us about the ecological functions that might be supported in the future? We will compile social and environmental data spanning the past, present, and future Silicon Valley in Google Earth. These data will be used to analyze landscape characteristics and change over time and illustrate future potential.

In addition, we will use this data to tell compelling stories about Silicon Valley landscapes and ecosystems. Example stories are provided below: