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First image of nitrogen dioxide from Copernicus Sentinel-4

The new Copernicus Sentinel-4 mission has delivered its first images, highlighting concentrations of atmospheric nitrogen dioxide, sulphur dioxide and ozone. This image, based on the Sentinel-4 very…

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The impact of drought on Lake Mornos, Greece

Lake Mornos is an artificial reservoir in central Greece, serving as a primary water source for Athens. According to national authorities, the lake has lost nearly half of its water volume over the…

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The Folgefonna Glacier, Norway

Covering 207 square kilometres and reaching thicknesses of nearly 400 metres, Folgefonna is the third-largest glacier on mainland Norway. For nearly two centuries, this striking natural landmark has…

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Coipasa Salar, Bolivia

Located next to the Chilean border in the Altiplano region of Bolivia, Coipasa Salar is Bolivia’s second largest salt lake, spanning over 2,000 square kilometres. Coipasa Salar is rich in deposited…

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September 2025: Arctic and Antarctic sea ice reach their annual minimum and maximum extents, respectively

Each September marks the end of the polar summer in the Arctic, when sea ice reaches its annual minimum extent. At the same time, the Antarctic emerges from the austral winter, reaching its annual…

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Fog over the Austrian alpine valleys

Nestled within the heart of the Eastern Alps, the Austrian mountain valleys are vital ecological corridors, home to diverse alpine habitats and species specially adapted to cold climates and steep…

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Autumn colours in the Apennines, Italy

This Copernicus Sentinel-2 image, acquired on 11 October 2025, shows the hills and valleys between the Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna regions of central-northern Italy in stunning autumnal tones. The…

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Severe flooding in Thái Nguyên, Vietnam

Beginning on 6 October 2025, severe flooding swept through parts of northern Vietnam, reaching the highest water levels recorded in three major rivers in the past 40 years. The floods have resulted…

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September 2025 was the third-warmest September on record globally

The Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) has published its latest monthly Climate Bulletin, focused on key climate trends in September 2025. The bulletin reports that September 2025 was the…

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Peatlands in Estonia

The Pärnu River catchment on Estonia’s western coastline is home to over 3,500 hectares of peatland, contributing to Estonia’s status as one of the most peat-rich countries in the world. Peat, which…

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The Jade Bight, Germany

11 October marks World Migratory Bird Day, dedicated to raising awareness for the conservation and protection of migratory birds and their unique habitats around the world. The Jade Bight in…

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Kati Thanda, Australia

Kati Thanda (or Lake Eyre), Australia's largest salt lake, is located in the arid interior of South Australia. This unique and fragile inland basin is typically dry during the austral spring, which…

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The CLMS Global Land Cover product

This data visualisation is based on the Global Land Cover product from the Copernicus Land Monitoring Service (CLMS), released in June 2025 as part of the new Land Cover and Forest Monitoring (LCFM)…

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Hurricane Priscilla hits Mexico

Priscilla formed in early October 2025, becoming the fourth major hurricane of this Pacific season. It rapidly strengthened from a tropical depression to reach hurricane status within 48 hours. It…

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Aalborg, Denmark

Aalborg, Denmark’s fourth-largest city, blends urban life with ecological awareness. Surrounded by a mosaic of agricultural land, parks, and bodies of water, the area supports diverse ecosystems…

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The Thwaites Glacier, Antarctica

Spanning approximately 120 kilometres in width, Thwaites is one of the widest glaciers both in Antarctica and globally. The glacier flows into the Amundsen Sea and produces smaller calving events and…

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The Neuquén and Agrio rivers in Patagonia, Argentina

In the arid heart of northern Patagonia, the Neuquén and Agrio rivers flow through the dry landscape, forming narrow corridors of life in an otherwise inhospitable environment. These two rivers,…

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The Richat Structure, Mauritania

The Richat Structure, a striking circular geological formation in the Sahara Desert of central Mauritania, is among the most distinctive landforms visible from space. Measuring around 40 kilometres…

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Sydney, Australia

Sydney, located on Australia’s south-eastern coast, is the country’s most populous city. It is built around a spectacular natural harbour, which has shaped its development and identity. The city is…

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Fire in the Etosha National Park, Namibia

Etosha National Park, located in northern Namibia, is one of southern Africa’s largest and most ecologically important protected areas. A major wildfire recently affected the park, destroying…