EU Space Programme Leverages Copernicus and Galileo to Combat COVID-19 Pandemic

This image, acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites on 18 May 2023, shows the city of Stockholm in Sweden.  Today we are celebrating the 25th anniversary of Copernicus, the EU’s Earth Observation flagship programme. With an impressive fleet of seven satellites deployed in space, along with contributions from various missions, in...

In the town of Rust, visible in this image acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites, wine growers have been experimenting with new grape varieties that are better suited to the changing climate. This innovation is a response to the rising temperatures and shifting weather patterns that have created difficulties for the...

This image, captured by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-3 satellites on 4 June 2023, shows phytoplankton blooms painting vibrant streaks off the coasts of France and Britain.   These tiny powerhouses silently run the Earth's ecosystems, producing about half of the world’s oxygen. They serve as the foundation of the marine food web and support...

Extensive forest fires in Québec's North Shore region have caused the displacement of thousands of residents. The relentless fires, driven by dry weather conditions and strong winds, have posed a severe threat to numerous communities in the region. The displaced residents are grappling with the uncertainty over when they will be able to return...