FGDC (Federal Geopatial Data Committee)

The Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) is a U.S. government organization that coordinates the sharing and standardization of geographic data across federal agencies. Its goal is to ensure different organizations use common standards and formats for maps, geographic information, and spatial data, which helps improve decision-making, data sharing, and collaboration. FGDC develops guidelines and promotes practices for managing geographic information, enabling consistent, accurate, and efficient use of spatial data in various fields like environment, urban planning, and public safety.