Out-of-control wildfires raging across western Canada continue to pose a significant threat to both populated areas and natural landscapes.Entire communities have been forced to evacuate due to the escalating inferno. Despite the relentless efforts of firefighters and emergency services, the blazes have proved challenging to contain and...

Access to training materials prepared for a forestry workshop in March 2023 on the use of Copernicus data for forestry practitioners in Germany and Austria.

Emilia-Romagna, an Italian region known for its rich history and culture, is being devastated by unprecedented floods which started in mid-May 2023.  Heavy rains led to the overflow of twenty-three rivers across the region, causing widespread damage and displacing more than 30,000 residents. This catastrophic event claimed the lives of 14...

This image, acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites on 16 May 2023, shows Iles Chausey, a pristine natural reserve situated off the coast of Normandy, France.  Renowned for its rich biodiversity and picturesque landscapes, the Iles Chausey archipelago is among the most iconic Natura 2000 (N2K) sites.  20 May marks the 31st...

This image acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites on 10 May 2023 shows Helsinki, the capital of Finland.  Helsinki is renowned for its architectural beauty, rich culture, and close connection to the Baltic Sea. According to a recent study published by the Aalto University, Finland will face new challenges in the coming years...