Earth Observation provides essential information on the world around us. It combines information from satellites with data from ground-based (in-situ) sensors and monitoring stations to help us map out the present, forecast the near future, and take action based on these insights. This data ranges from informing on the use of land by humans to insights into disaster risk.
EU Space’s Earth Observation component is Copernicus. It provides a massive array of freely accessible data and analysis for all kinds of users. Its six services, covering land, marine, and atmospheric environments, as well as climate change, security, and emergency management, are helping Europe make more sustainable and secure choices every day.
Copernicus’ Earth Observation data informs better decision-making worldwide, from improving public health to mitigating disaster risk and managing emergencies. Thanks to feedback from its users, it is constantly improving its already free and open databases. Curious to know more about the health of our oceans or how to grow our food more sustainably? Gain insights on these topics and much more with Copernicus.
Highlights
Copernicus services
By processing and analysing this wealth of data, Copernicus delivers value-added information and
products which are streamlined through six thematic Copernicus services:
The Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS) works to provide quality-assured data and information on the atmospheric composition with a focus on air pollutants and greenhouse gases.
The Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) provides free and open access to its state-of-the-art, quality-assured climate data and insights to help inform climate adaptation and mitigation strategies worldwide.
The Copernicus Emergency Management Service (CEMS) works to increase resilience, prevent the loss of life and property, and reduce damage to ecosystems before, during, and after disasters.
The Copernicus Land Monitoring Service (CLMS) helps Europe and the world make safer and more sustainable choices with regards to our planet and its vital resources.
The Copernicus Marine Service (CMEMS) provides free and open data and services tracking these important ocean indicators. Its information helps to combat pollution, protect marine environments, develop new energy resources, raise global awareness of ocean-related issues, and much more.
The Copernicus Security Service (CSS) supports innovative strategies to meet Europe’s security and foreign policy needs. It enables activities ranging from mapping and monitoring illegal logging or mining activities to combatting marine pollution and supporting law enforcement at sea.
Framework Partnership Agreement on Copernicus User Uptake
The Framework Partnership Agreement on Copernicus User Uptake (FPCUP) is dedicated to increasing
the number of Copernicus users and the uptake of Copernicus data and services worldwide.
Copernicus Data Portals
Copernicus generates over 15 terabytes of data daily. The vast majority of data/information delivered by Copernicus is made available and accessible to any citizen, and any organisation around the world on a free, full, and open basis. But how can all of this data be accessed? Via the Copernicus Data Portals. The portals of the Copernicus Programme offer a trustworthy, well-documented, and reliable source of timely high-quality data in the form of reference products.
Access to Copernicus products from Sentinel satellites with visualisation tools, data processing, and cloud environment.
Free unified access to environmental data, processing tools, and expert support from environmental Copernicus Services.
