The ancient oasis of Cuatro Cienegas is the most important wetland in Mexico’s Chihuahuan Desert. The wetland contains many important species endemic to the area, and the geological uniqueness of the region can help scientists study climate change, the origin of Earth, and the probability of life on Mars. Farmers have undertaken agricultural...

Comprehensive tutorials on the use of Copernicus for Disaster Risk Reduction and Disaster Management are freely available.

Comprehensive tutorials on the use of Copernicus for Disaster Risk Reduction and Disaster Management are freely available

A massive dust storm originating in the Saharan Desert moved into Europe last week. The storm has so far reached the Spanish Canary Islands and the Iberian Peninsula, bringing hazy, orange skies. In Portugal, the Directorate-General of Health issued an air quality warning and recommended limiting time outdoors. In some of the affected areas,...

CUP4SOIL - User requirements for a Copernicus Land Monitoring Service including soils

Presentation with the title: "CUP4SOIL: Wie können zukünftige EO-Bodenprodukte im Rahmen des Copernicus Land Monitoring Service aussehen?" (in English)

Results of the User requirements survey for a future Copernicus Land Monitoring Service on soils.

Presentation of the soil projects CUP4SOIL (EU FPCUP) and WorldSoils (ESA) at the National Copernicus Soil Buero Germany.

With a population of more than 2 million inhabitants, Paris is renowned for its rich history, cultural heritage, and iconic landmarks. The city embodies a vibrant tapestry of life. This image of the city and its suburbs was acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites on 7 October 2023. The data provided by the Copernicus Sentinel...

Agriculture along the Uruguay River thrives in the rich, iron-laden, red sand that blankets the region. This vibrant agricultural landscape allows for a diverse array of crops, including cotton, tobacco, yerba mate , rice, and various fruits. The Uruguay River basin is an important hub for agricultural activity, supporting local economies and...

The last eruption of Mount Vesuvius on 18 March 1944 resulted in widespread devastation in nearby villages and towns, including San Sebastiano al Vesuvio and Massa di Somma. Lava flow and ash clouds engulfed surrounding areas, causing extensive damage to buildings and infrastructure. Though the eruption forced thousands of residents to flee...

CBK PAN & IGiK | Online | Polish

Unprecedented Sea Surface Temperatures are being recorded across the global ocean, with historical record temperatures being measured in vast areas of the tropical seas.   This data visualisation, based on the data of the Copernicus Climate Change Service, gives an overview of the evolution of daily Sea Surface Temperatures since 1979. It shows...

The Siberian Taiga, a vast expanse of old-growth forest in the northern reaches of Asia, stands as a beacon of biodiversity and ecological resilience amidst the global deforestation crisis. While the Taiga remains largely untouched, it serves as a stark contrast to the alarming rate of forest loss experienced worldwide, where the last century...

BEYOND/NOA & PRAXI Network/FORTH | Online | Greek

In Paraguay, more than 100 forest fires have broken out amid a heatwave. The fires have devastated large areas and caused significant environmental damage. Authorities are working to contain the fires and prevent further destruction, but the situation remains challenging due to extreme weather conditions. The fires have raised concerns about...

Presentations and Video links of the 2nd Webinar on the FPCUP WG Africa Training of Trainers Programme.

Presentations and Video links of the 2nd Webinar on the FPCUP WG Africa Training of Trainers Programme.

Presentations and Video links of the 2nd Webinar on the FPCUP WG Africa Training of Trainers Programme.

Tropical Cyclone Megan, a category three system, has made landfall on the coast of the Gulf of Carpentaria, prompting local authorities to order the evacuation of residents of Borroloola in Northern Australia.  The cyclone has brought heavy rain and winds of up to 200 kilometres per hour, but is expected to weaken rapidly after landfall....