The Copernicus Marine Environment Monitoring Service plays a vital role in providing regular and systematic information about the ocean's physical state and dynamics, as well as marine ecosystems, on a global scale and in European regional seas. The service offers a range of products, including forecasts, retrospective data records, and

The EU Space Programme implements space activities in Earth Observation, Satellite Navigation, Connectivity, Space Research, and Innovation. It promotes innovation, competitiveness, and investments in critical infrastructures and disruptive technologies. Through initiatives like CASSINI, it supports space entrepreneurship and solutions based on

Sentinel-2 is a mission under the Copernicus program of the European Union, consisting of two satellites, Sentinel-2A and Sentinel-2B. Launched in 2015 and 2017 respectively, these satellites are designed for high-resolution imaging of Earth's land surface. With a wide 290 km field of view, Sentinel-2 captures detailed imagery of vegetation, soil,

Sentinel-1, a radar imaging satellite launched under the Copernicus program, is an integral part of Europe's Earth observation efforts. With Sentinel-1A launched in 2014 and Sentinel-1B in 2016, these satellites provide day and night imaging capabilities in all weather conditions. Developed through collaboration between the European Commission,

Summary: In May 1998, the vision for a European environment monitoring program was established in Baveno, Italy. This vision evolved into Copernicus, an Earth Observation program that has exceeded expectations and become the world's most ambitious and successful initiative of its kind. With eight Copernicus Sentinel satellites, supported by

Copernicus, the Earth Observation component of the European Union's Space Programme, plays a crucial role in monitoring our planet and its environment for the benefit of European citizens. Utilizing satellite Earth Observation data and in situ measurements, Copernicus delivers a wealth of data, information, and services. With a network of

Sentinel-3 is a mission under the Copernicus program that provides high-accuracy optical, radar, and altimetry data for marine and land services. It measures variables such as sea-surface topography, sea and land surface temperature, ocean color, and land color with exceptional accuracy and reliability. The mission consists of four satellites,

Presentations of the 1st Webinar on the FPCUP WG Africa Training of Trainers Programme

In June 2023, the DWD launched a new German website for the snow load information system for the pilot region Bavaria.