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SUMMARY:ERS EO Element 1 Proof of Concept  Critical Infrastructure Management - Briefing to Industry (online)
DESCRIPTION:\nBackground\nThe overall objective of the ERS-EO Programme is both to prepare and accelerate the future implementation of EOGS in a close partnership with EU and to federate initiatives regarding dual-use Earth Observation surveillance systems amongst ESA Member States. Element 1 corresponds to EOGS Preparatory activities. \nElement 1 is intended to mature all critical components in preparation for the development of the EOGS system. Its objectives include: consolidating the EOGS system architecture\, based on user needs and security requirements from the European Commission (EC); developing key enabling technologies\, including industrialization and pre-development actions to ensure European non-dependence and readiness for implementation; validating critical capabilities through in-orbit demonstration (IOD/IOV) to de-risk system-level choices and enable robust definition of the future system; establishing the technical\, programmatic\, and security baseline for an EU-owned Space Mission Component; and preparing end-to-end Proof-of-Concepts and associated ground-segment elements required to demonstrate future operational value. Element 1 will be implemented by ESA in close cooperation with the EC\, as well as other European entities involved in activities in preparation of EOGS. The ERS-EO Declaration envisages a number of end-to-end Proof of Concept activities. \nThe scope of the first activity is specified as critical infrastructure monitoring as agreed with the EC and the EU SatCen. The scope of the additional end-to-end Proofs of Concept activities is under discussion and will be finalized over the summer period. \n\nInvitation to Tender\nThe current tender is intended to \n\nStimulate innovative combinations of public and private EO systems to support improved and more flexible tasking\, response latency\, persistence and cross-operator cueing;\nDevelop customized workflows connecting satellite operators\, non-EO data providers\, analytics tool developers and critical infrastructure operators to ensure enhanced capability to detect\, characterize\, respond to and mitigate emergent threats and anomalies;\nVerify the improvements achievable over current state of the art with respect to emerging threat detection and mitigation action execution for critical infrastructure operators under realistic operating conditions;\nWith respect to gaps in current capabilities\, elaborate technical approaches for their resolution\, verify their impact under representative operational environments and conditions and elaborate a road map for eventual transfer to full operations based on European technology.\n\n  \nFor the purposes of this invitation to tender\, Critical Infrastructure Monitoring is taken to include maritime infrastructure (port infrastructure\, vessels\, transit routes\, underwater infrastructure)\, energy infrastructure (generation and storage facilities\, transmission and exchange networks\, raw materials operations\, waste facilities etc)\, transportation infrastructure security (road and rail infrastructure\, transit corridor reliability)\, natural resources extraction\, processing and storage facilities\, and key manufacturing and production sites. \n\nScope of the Briefing\nThe briefing will summarize the technical content of the approved tender on critical infrastructure management and provide a high-level overview of current planning for future tenders under the ERS-EO Element 1 Proofs of Concept activity line. In addition\, the briefing will elaborate requirements associated with the execution of the work\, including: \n\nExpectations associated with the use of the ERS-EO Element 1 Testbed for which an invitation to tender is currently open\nExpectations with respect to completeness of team structure\, links to target stakeholder communities\, access to both EO and non-EO data collection assets\, and target functionalities to be addressed\nIssues associated with industrial operators having an ownership structure that involves non-ESA member state stakeholders\nThe relationship between this Invitation to Tender and other Tenders issued under the ERS-EO element 2 activity lines\nExpected overall timeline for additional Proofs of Concept and Phase 2 of the Programme (depending on additional subscriptions)\n\n\nAnnotated Agenda: coming 🔜 \n  \n\nHow to participate\nThe event will take place online on July 01  via the WebEx Webinar platform and it is open to participants from Universities\, R&D Institutions\, Startups\, Value adders\, and Industry from ESA Member States and Cooperating States. \n\nREGISTER HERE FOR THE WEBINAR\nFollowing the registration\, you will receive an automated email including the link for participation. Please\, kindly save it in your calendar. \nPlease find below some basic WebEx Webinar house rules for participants: \n\nUse your full first and last name and your affiliation when you register. Do not use nicknames\nYou will join as attendees and will be muted upon entry. No interaction with panelists is foreseen but via the Chat Panel  during the Q&A session.\nThe Webinar is recorded. By joining\, you consent to the recording and to the processing of your data as described in the ESA Privacy Notice\n\nFor any questions on the organisation: EO4Society.Conf@esa.int\n
URL:https://eo4society.esa.int/event/ers-eo-element-1-proof-of-concept-critical-infrastructure-management-briefing-to-industry-online/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:15th Advanced Training Course on Land Remote Sensing: The Water Cycle
DESCRIPTION:Background\n\n\nThe European Space Agency (ESA) is organising an Advanced Training Course on Land Remote Sensing with focus on the Water Cycle in collaboration with the University of Perugia. This course is dedicated to training the next generation of Earth Observation (EO) scientists and experts\, working with water cycle related topics\, in using data from Copernicus Sentinels and other satellite missions for science and applications development. The course is part of the Earth Action element of ESA’s FutureEO programme. \nObjectives\n\n\nThe course aims at: \n\nTraining the next generation of scientists and professionals in remote sensing for water cycle\nExplaining the theoretical principles\, processing algorithms and data products from multiple sources including optical\, thermal and microwave (including altimetry).\n\nTopics\n\n\nThe training will include theory and hands-on sessions on the following topics: \n\nPrecipitation\nSoil moisture\nAnthropogenic water use\nSnow\nRunoff and river discharge\nEvaporation\nTerrestrial water storage\nWater budget closure\n\nThe course will cover the use of SAR\, multispectral\, hyperspectral\, thermal and satellite altimetry data. An overview of the status of relevant EO missions in operation and under development will also be provided. \nA field excursion is foreseen (more details will follow). \nParticipation\n\n\nThe 5-day course will be held from 7 to 11 September 2026 at the University of Perugia\, Italy. Postgraduate\, PhD students\, post-doctoral research scientists and professionals interested in the applications of Earth Observation for water cycle related topics are welcome to apply for the course. Most of the students will be selected among candidates from institutions/companies in Europe and Canada\, but also a few from other countries may be selected.\nDiscover more about the application process by visiting the official training course website https://landtraining2026.esa.int/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://eo4society.esa.int/event/15th-advanced-training-course-on-land-remote-sensing-the-water-cycle/
LOCATION:University of Perugia\, Italy\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Training/Education
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SUMMARY:ESA Polar Science Cluster Collocation Meeting 2026 ❄️
DESCRIPTION:\nIntroduction\nThe polar regions are experiencing rapid and dramatic changes. Often viewed as early indicators of global climate change\, changes in the cryosphere have far-reaching consequences for ecosystems\, sea level\, weather patterns\, and human activities. Quantifying these changes and understanding their drivers and impacts remains a pressing scientific and societal challenge. \nThe ESA Polar Science Cluster collocation meeting brings together the polar and cryosphere research community to share progress\, identify research priorities\, strengthen collaboration and align scientific efforts. By fostering exchange\, the meeting aims to advance the use of Earth Observation in cryospheric science\, and enhance the integration of Earth Observation\, in-situ measurements\, modelling\, and innovative methodologies to improve understanding of polar processes. \nThe event will take place in Innsbruck\, Austria\, from 15th to 17th September\, with an excursion on 18th September. \n\nObjectives\nThe overall objectives for this workshop are to: \n\nPresent the latest activities of ESA Polar Science Cluster projects\nHighlight new and innovative opportunities for Earth Observation in cryospheric science\nIdentify scientific priorities\, gaps and challenges to help define the next polar science research goals\nShare the latest research and scientific results within polar science including the use of Earth Observation and synergies with modelling and in-situ activities.\nFoster collaboration between ESA Polar Science Cluster Projects\, EU Horizon European and other international initiatives (Antarctica InSync\, IPY5\, etc.)\n\n                                                  \n \nTheme\n\n\n\n\nAll research related to polar science and the cryosphere is welcome. The focus of the meeting includes: \n\nIce Sheets and ice shelves\nSea Ice\nGlaciers\nPermafrost\nOcean – Ice – Atmosphere interactions\nEcology and biodiversity\nMethodological Advances in Earth Observation (new data products\, future missions)\nMethodological Synergies (Earth Observation\, In-situ\, modelling\, AI)\n\n\nAbstract submission and Registration\n  \nFor more information about  the Abstract submission and Registration \, visit the official event website 👉ESA Polar Science Cluster Collocation Meeting 2026 \n  \n
URL:https://eo4society.esa.int/event/esa-polar-science-cluster-collocation-meeting-2026-%e2%9d%84%ef%b8%8f/
LOCATION:Villa Blanka  Event Center\, Weiherburggasse 8\, Innsbruck\, 6020\, Austria
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SUMMARY:ESA’s 2026 Biomass MAAP Hackathon
DESCRIPTION:Background\nBiomass represents an innovative leap in Earth observation. As the seventh mission in ESA’s Earth Explorer Programme\, it breaks new ground as the first satellite to deliver P-band Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) measurements from space. By utilizing a fully polarimetric system and collecting tomographic data\, the mission provides a unique capability to penetrate dense forest canopies and map 3D vegetation structures. This advanced SAR configuration offers an unprecedented dataset for quantifying global forest biomass and refining models of the terrestrial carbon cycle. \nBeyond forestry\, its long-wavelength signals provide new insights into subsurface geology in deserts\, the internal structure of ice sheets\, and the dynamics of the ocean and ionosphere. \nThis hackathon offers an exciting opportunity for Biomass pros and newcomers alike to collaborate\, share insights\, and help improve the Multi-Mission Algorithm and Analysis Platform (MAAP) and the BioPAL open-source processor suite during a hands-on week of coding. \nObjectives\nThe main objectives of the hackathon are to: \n\nFoster Global Collaboration: The event encourages open data sharing and collaborative workflows. It provides a unique space for experts to work together on Biomass data analysis\, cross-compare findings with other missions or in-situ data\, and brainstorm novel use cases for the mission’s output.\nEvolve Biomass Processors: A primary goal is the continuous improvement of the mission’s processing chains. Participants will help refine and evolve algorithms\, ensuring that the processors remain cutting-edge and capable of delivering the highest quality geophysical products.\nEnhance Data Accessibility: We aim to make high-quality data resources seamless and intuitive to use. By streamlining access\, we ensure researchers can dedicate their energy to scientific discovery rather than technical troubleshooting. The hackathon will serve as a vital feedback loop to further optimize the user experience on the MAAP.\nInnovate Analysis and Visualization Tools: Using the mission’s Collaborative Environment on the ESA MAAP\, participants will explore and develop innovative tools. The focus is on creating sophisticated methods to analyze and visualize complex datasets\, making Biomass insights more accessible and impactful for the global scientific community.\n\nContent\nThe following is a list of preliminary topics of interest for the hackathon. Participants can suggest additional topics or express interest in one or more of the preliminary ones. During the event\, participants will split into groups and work together on a selection of topics. \n\n\n\nID \nTopic \nProject \n\n\n1 \nPolSAR and PolInSAR Analytics\nImplement new PolSAR data layers and visualisations and submit the code for inclusion to next PyPolSARpro https://polsarpro.readthedocs.io/.\n\n\n2 \nRFI removal\nInvestigate novel techniques to remove Radio Frequency Interference from the SAR images.\n\n\n3 \nQGIS plugin\nimplement a plugin to import and visualise Biomass products in QGIS.\n\n\n4 \n3D forest structure visualisation\nImplement a jupyter notebook to visualise 3D forest structure observations from Biomass\, Terrestrial and Airborne Lidar.\n\n\n5 \nBiomass and Gedi intercomparison\nImplement a jupyter notebook to match GEDI and Biomass data and provide basic statistics\n\n\n6 \nBiomass validation\nUse Geo-Trees data to validate Biomass AGBD estimates.\n\n\n7 \nBiomass for Geology\nImplement Jupyter notbooks to support the analysis of Biomass data for geology applications (e.g. geological classification\, mapping of subsurface features in deserts\, etc).\n\n\n8 \nBiomass for Cryosphere\nImplement Jupyter notbooks to support the analysis of Biomass data for ice applications (e.g. mapping of ice structure\, ice flow\, sea ice concentration\, sea ice thickness\, etc).\n\n\n9 \nBiomass for Ocean\nImplement Jupyter notbooks to support the analysis of Biomass data for ocean applications (e.g. significant wave heights\, wave spectra\, icebergs\, mapping of internal waves\, etc).\n\n\n10 \nBiomass for Ionosphere\nImplement Jupyter notbooks to support the analysis of Biomass data for ionosphere applications (e.g. mapping TEC content\, TEC tomography\, etc.).\n\n\n11 \nBiomass for biodiversity\nImplement Jupyter notbooks to support the analysis of Biomass data for biodiversity applications (e.g. mapping forest types\, vertical and horizontal forest structure\, etc).\n\n\n12 \nForest Height from TomoSar\nimplement a method to derive forest height from TomoSAR observations.\n\n\n\n  \nPreliminary Programme\n \nParticipation\n\nA 5-day\, in-person hackathon\, 12–16 October 2026\, at ESOC (ESA’s Mission Control Centre) in Darmstadt (near Frankfurt)\, Germany.\nIt is open to Master\, PhD and postgraduate researchers interested in the Biomass mission and its applications.\nPython familiarity is required for the hands-on coding work.\nWorking language: English.\nNo participation fee. Participation is limited to 35 attendees.\nTo participate\, please apply using the registration link below.\n\nFor this edition of the BIOMASS Hackathon\, participation is limited to nationals of ESA’s Member States\, Associate Members\, European Cooperating States and Canada. \nRegistration\nRegistration Form \nRegistration deadline: Friday 31 July 2026 at 23:59 CEST. \nNotifications of acceptance: early September 2026. \n
URL:https://eo4society.esa.int/event/esas-2026-biomass-maap-hackathon/
LOCATION:The European Space Operations Centre\, Robert-Bosch-Strasse 5\, Darmstadt\, Hesse\, 64293\, Germany
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:8th ESA-ECMWF-EUMETSAT joint training in atmospheric composition
DESCRIPTION:\nThe course\n\nThe European Space Agency (ESA)\, the European Organisation for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites (EUMETSAT)\, the European Center for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) with the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS) are organising the Eighth annual Joint Training on Atmospheric Composition\, hosted by the  Laboratory of Atmospheric Physics\, School of Physics\, Faculty of Sciences\, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki\, Greece from 19 to 23 October 2026. Greece from 19 to 23 October 2026.The course builds on nearly a decade of rich heritage\, and past examples of trainings\, including pre-training webinars can be found at the link below:https://atmostraining.info/\n\n\n\nSpecific Goals\n\n\nThe training will introduce the participants to state-of-the-art satellite remote sensing\, ground-based and in-situ measurement techniques for atmospheric composition monitoring and chemical transport modelling in a global context. This year the course is focused in the Remote Sensing of Air Quality\, and the key topics will include: \n\nThe recently launched Sentinel-4 and Sentinel-5 missions\nTools and techniques for retrieving concentrations of pollutant gases from satellites\nPrinciples of atmospheric chemistry/dynamics and relevance on climate and air quality\nCombining data from different satellite instruments\nMethods underlying how high-quality satellite retrievals can improve the reliability of air quality models and forecasts\nScience communication\nAdditional aims include fostering collaboration amongst participants and encouraging the development of individual and team projects using the data\, resources and methodologies present\n\n\nTarget audience\n\nThe training is of interest for PhD students\, early-career scientists\, researchers from academia and research institutes\, industry\, and anyone interested in atmospheric composition monitoring and modelling. On site training participation is limited\, and selection is competitive. \nWe are pleased to announce that the webinars prior to the in-person training will be accessible to all. Basic knowledge in the concept of remote sensing and working knowledge of python is expected. \nParticipants from ESA\, EUMETSAT and ECMWF member states are given preference for the in-person training; however\, participants from all other countries are also welcome to apply\, subject to availability of space. \n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule and Deadlines\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApplications opening : 26 March 2026\n\n\nApplications closure: 15 May 2026\n\n\nNotification of acceptance: June 2026\n\n\nIssue of Preliminary Programme: July 2026\n\n\nIssue of Final Programme: at the training course\n\n\nTraining Course:  19-23 October 2026\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n  \nAll the information on the application process are available on the training\n👉dedicated website.\n
URL:https://eo4society.esa.int/event/8th-esa-ecmwf-eumetsat-joint-training-in-atmospheric-composition/
LOCATION:Aristotle University of Thessaloniki\, Laboratory of Atmospheric Physics\, 40.63N 22.96E\, Thessaloniki\, 541 24\, Greece
CATEGORIES:Training/Education
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SUMMARY:4D Ionosphere 2026
DESCRIPTION:Introduction\nThe 4D Ionosphere 2026 Workshop brings together a wide range of communities to jointly advance our understanding of the ionosphere and its role within the broader Earth system. Building on the achievements of the ESA 4D Ionosphere projects*\, other community scientific projects and the wealth of data from missions such as\, but not limited to\, Swarm\, SMOS\, Biomass and L-Band SAR missions\, along with synthetic data and models for future missions such as ROSE-L\, complementary ground based and modelling efforts\, the workshop will highlight how combining diverse approaches leads to stronger knowledge and more robust solutions. \nThis event is designed as a true meeting point for various communities\, including\, but not limited to\, Earth Observation scientists\, space weather researchers\, GNSS and radio propagation experts\,  model developers\, spanning the various aspects of the heliophysics discipline and beyond. Together\, these communities will explore project outcomes\, identify cross-mission and cross-discipline synergies\, and discuss how integrated approaches can advance the understanding of ionospheric processes from Earth to space. This includes improving our ability to characterise the state of the ionosphere\, both “quiet” and “dynamic”\, as well as its irregularities\, scintillations and turbulence\, and examining when these signatures represent geophysical signals or noise. The event will also focus on the quantification and characterisation of ionospheric conditions\, why this is crucial for both science and applications\, and how to address open questions and future directions in ionospheric research. This includes the development and use of advanced tools\, datasets and simulations\, the potential to support operational services through new modelling techniques\, and the preparations for future mission planning. \nThe workshop organisers invite the broader scientific community to submit abstracts and contribute with their latest scientific advancements\, ensuring that diverse perspectives and innovative ideas are represented. \nThrough invited talks\, dedicated project sessions\, panel discussions\, and open community exchanges\, the workshop will serve as a collaborative platform to define together the scientific priorities’ needs for the next phase of ionospheric research. \nThe ultimate goal is to build a shared roadmap that leverages the strengths of each community to push the boundaries of what is possible in ionospheric science. \nAbove all\, the 4D Ionosphere 2026 Workshop is meant to foster a collaborative environment where different scientific communities can meet\, share\, challenge\, and converge\, helping to build a unified vision for the future of ionospheric research in Europe and beyond. \n* QUID-REGIS\, Swarm-VIP-Dynamic\, JOIN\, F-BURST\, SfOD \n  \nThemes\nThe workshop organisers kindly invite the community to submit abstracts addressing the themes below:\n\n\nFrom Earth to Space – coupling processes in the ionosphere\nIonospheric irregularities\, scintillation\, and turbulence. Signal or noise?\nQuantification and characterisation of the state of the ionosphere and why it is important.\nOpen questions and further directions on ionospheric science\, including tools\, data\, and simulations.\n\n  \nImportant Dates\n\n\n\n\n\nAbstract Opens                                 \n16 March 2026\n\n\nAbstract closes \n17 April 2026\n\n\nNotification of Acceptance\nmid-May 2026\n\n\nRegistration opens (for authors)\n18 May 2026\n\n\nRegistration opens (for participants)    \n02 June 2026\n\n\nRegistration closes\n17 July at 23:00 CEST 2026\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nDraft programme\nPlease visit the official event website for the draft programme and for more information on the event 👉 4D Ionosphere\n  \n
URL:https://eo4society.esa.int/event/4d-ionosphere-2026-workshop/
LOCATION:ESA-ESRIN\, Largo Galileo Galilei\, 1\, Frascati\, RM\, 00044\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Conference,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Emissions Monitoring from Space and Ground Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:\nBackground\n\n\nThis conference\, co-organised by European entities (ESA\, EEA\, CAMS and EUMETSAT)\, will gather several European and international stakeholders involved in the monitoring of greenhouse gases and air pollutants emissions\, spanning the observations and modeling communities. Participants will be able to attend state-of-the-art presentations about emission estimations based on spaceborne and ground-based observations for a variety of use cases\, from national GHG inventories to sector specific sources. The conference will bring European policy makers and implementers together allowing a ‘Science to Policy’ dialog. \n\nObjectives\nThe core objective of the conference is to showcase and identify specific observation data and solutions that can support the implementation of different policies with R&D and operational services. Attendees will also be engaged in discussions on the latest advancement on relevant policies\, and create common semantics related to emissions. Specific focus will be given to national inventories\, and how observation-based methodologies can support the verification and QA/QC of these inventories. \n\n\nSessions\nThe workshop will be structured around the following thematic sessions: \n\nTop-Down inventories supporting National inventories: from R&D to Operational systems\nTraining/Workshop on understanding the inversion methodologies and underlying observations (aimed at inventory compilers and anyone interested in using inversion-based emissions)\nLink between inversions and LULUCF communities\nSpace Missions and Ground Networks: Status and Products\nMethane from local and diffuse sources\nCO2 monitoring at facility scale – EU-ETS and CBAM perspective\nSectoral Deep Dives\nAncillary data for improving emission estimates\n\n\nSchedules and deadlines\n\n\n\nConference Public Announcement\n27 May 2026\n\n\nCall for contributions : poster abstracts\n15 June 2026\n\n\nAbstract submission deadline\n31 August 2026\n\n\nNotification of contribution selection by ESA\n15 September 2026\n\n\nRegistration Opening\n15 September 2026\n\n\nRegistration Closing\n30 September 2026\n\n\nIssue of Final Programme\n15 October 2026\n\n\nWorkshop\n26-30 October 2026\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information on the conference\, abstract submission and logistic 👉 visit the official event website : https://emissionsmonitoring2026.esa.int/ \nConference Organisers contact email: 📧 EO4Society.Conf@esa.int \n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n  \n\n\n
URL:https://eo4society.esa.int/event/emissions-monitoring-from-space-and-ground-conference-2026/
LOCATION:ESA-ESRIN\, Largo Galileo Galilei\, 1\, Frascati\, RM\, 00044\, Italy
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261107
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SUMMARY:2nd EO4Soil Symposium - Earth Observation for Soil Protection and Restoration
DESCRIPTION:The 2nd ESA Symposium on Earth Observation for Soil Protection and Restoration (EO4Soil 2026) will take place from 4 to 6 November 2026 at ESA-ESRIN in Frascati\, Italy. Building on the success of its first edition\, the symposium will bring together scientists\, policymakers\, and industry representatives to explore how Earth Observation can support soil protection\, sustainable management\, and restoration. \nSoils play a critical role in ecosystem functioning\, food production\, climate regulation\, and biodiversity\, yet they are increasingly under pressure. In this context\, EO technologies – particularly through the Copernicus Programme – offer unprecedented opportunities to monitor soil health indicators such as organic carbon\, moisture\, nutrients\, and land degradation dynamics at multiple scales. The symposium will assess how these capabilities can contribute to Monitoring\, Reporting and Verification (MRV) systems and support policy frameworks such as the EU Soil Strategy for 2030 and the Soil Monitoring Law. \nThe event will feature a comprehensive programme structured around policy perspectives\, scientific and technical advancements\, and real-world applications. \nBy fostering dialogue between the EO community and key stakeholders\, the symposium aims to identify future research priorities\, methodological gaps\, and opportunities for innovation. \n  \nAbstract submission is now open and will close on 30 June 2026. Please submit your abstract here. \n
URL:https://eo4society.esa.int/event/2nd-eo4soil-symposium-earth-observation-for-soil-protection-and-restoration/
LOCATION:ESA-ESRIN\, Largo Galileo Galilei\, 1\, Frascati\, RM\, 00044\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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