Copernicus SEA, the Copernicus Security Service in Support to EU External Action, plays a crucial role in the European Union's efforts to promote security and stability outside Europe’s borders. In particular, the service provides geospatial intelligence products and services that support the Union and its Member States in response to their operati

Guam, a tropical paradise in the western Pacific, is bracing for the impact of Typhoon Mawar as the storm gains strength and tracks towards the island. Mawar’s eye is expected to get very near Guam – and likely make landfall – at around 6 p.m. local time on Wednesday 24th May.  Local authorities have issued evacuation orders to ensure the...

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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...

This image, acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites on 14 May 2023, shows Ny-Ålesund, a settlement in the northwestern part of Spitsbergen, Svalbard.  Ny-Ålesund has considerable international importance as a scientific research base for the study of the polar environment and the impact of climate change on this archipelago....

By providing market intelligence, funding opportunities and business support, the EU Agency for the Space Programme (EUSPA) helps innovative entrepreneurs, start-ups and SMEs leverage Copernicus data, information and services.

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Canada grapples with an unrelenting and devastating wildfire crisis, showing no signs of abating.  Alberta continues to be severely affected, with approximately 525,000 hectares of land scorched, making the 2023 fire season the fifth-busiest on record. Unfortunately, the situation is no better in other provinces. This image, captured by one of...

This image, acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites on 13 May 2023, shows the town of Arviat, a small settlement located at the northern end of the Hudson Bay, close to the Arctic Circle, in the territory of Nunavut, Canada.  On the same day the image was acquired, the area was hit by a record heat wave, making it the hottest...

Presentation to support the Hand-on session during the Workshop on Risk Management, Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid at the at the Technological University of Panama.

This image, acquired by the Copernicus Sentinel-3 satellites on 14 May, shows Cyclone Mocha before it made landfall along the coasts of Bangladesh and Myanmar.  Mocha struck the Bay of Bengal coastlines as a category-four equivalent cyclone, bringing heavy rain, winds of up to 195 km/h, and coastal flooding. Myanmar, particularly the western...

This image, acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites on 22 October 2022, shows the Petermann Glacier, one of the largest glaciers in Greenland.  Scientists monitor Pettermann due to its rapid retreat and calving events. A recent study has revealed a concerning new melting source. The glacier's grounding line, where the ice sheet...

The Ebro River, one of Spain's important rivers, is currently strongly affected by the consequences of the ongoing drought. Islets have emerged in its riverbed near the city of Zaragoza as a result of the reduced water supply. This can be seen in this image acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites on 5 May 2023. Flow rates have...

This image, acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites on 7 May 2023, shows the Island of Brač, a tourist destination in Croatia's Dalmatian archipelago.  Thanks to its natural beauty and biodiversity, the island is part of the Natura 2000 network. It offers diverse landscapes, from limestone cliffs to rolling hills and lush...

Temperatures above reference average values continue to be recorded in the northern hemisphere. According to the latest climate bulletin published by the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S), April 2023 has been the fourth warmest April globally. In particular, air temperatures were above average for the western Mediterranean basin, with...