What is InSAR and how does it contribute to oilfield operations monitoring?

InSAR (Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar) uses satellite radar to measure millimetre-scale surface movement over time, helping operators monitor uplift and subsidence around wells, pads and infrastructure.

Can InSAR data help predict failures in oilfield operations?

Yes—when combined with site knowledge and expert interpretation, InSAR trends can highlight areas where failure risk is increasing so you can intervene earlier.

How does InSAR satellite monitoring benefit operations in the Permian Basin?

In the Permian Basin, InSAR provides an early view of ground instabilities across large areas, helping you manage assets, target investigations and reduce operational risk.

What is InsideInSAR?

InsideInSAR is a public, basin-wide ground-motion map for the Permian Basin, created by SkyGeo using satellite radar (InSAR) to show slow uplift and subsidence across the region.

What area does the map cover?

The map covers the major sub-basins of the Permian Basin, including the Midland Basin, Delaware Basin and Central Basin Platform, with consistent processing across the whole area.

What can I safely use the free map for?

You can use the free map for high-level risk screening, understanding basin-wide trends and identifying locations that may merit more detailed monitoring or discussion.

What can’t this map show me?

This map cannot reliably separate all noise from true subsurface signal, resolve very small or rapid changes, or tie motion directly to individual wells, pads or pipelines.

How often is the map updated?

The map is updated on a regular schedule based on new satellite acquisitions, keeping your view of basin-scale trends reasonably current but not real-time.

What satellites and radar bands are used?

The free map primarily uses C-band radar satellites such as Sentinel-1, while premium SkyGeo services can also integrate C-, L- and X-band data for higher resolution, penetration and revisit rates.

Do I need an account to use the map?

Yes—you need to create a free account so we can understand who is using the service, improve it over time and keep you informed of important updates.

How far back does the data go?

The map includes several years of historical ground-motion data for the Permian Basin so you can see how uplift and subsidence patterns have evolved over time.

Can I download the raw InSAR data?

The viewer is for visual screening, but SkyGeo can provide underlying data and custom exports for engineering, modelling or GIS use under a separate commercial agreement.

Is InsideInSAR independent, or is it marketing for SkyGeo?

InsideInSAR is a neutral, shared basin resource with SkyGeo providing the processing, platform and expertise, and when you need more detail the natural next step is to work with SkyGeo on higher-level services.

Who should I contact if I see something concerning on the map?

If you see unusual uplift or subsidence near your assets, save a screenshot and location, discuss it with your internal technical team and then contact SkyGeo via the site’s form to request follow-up analysis or a higher-definition assessment.