Image of the day: Greek chestnut harvest affected by extreme weather conditionsNews
SourceNovember 12, 2024
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Image of the day: Greek chestnut harvest affected by extreme weather conditions
In the Greek village of Kissos, chestnuts trees have been affected by months of extreme heat and drought following the country’s warmest winter and summer…

Image of the day: Las Vegas, USA, is investing in a greener futureNews
SourceNovember 11, 2024
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Image of the day: Las Vegas, USA, is investing in a greener future
Las Vegas, USA, has emerged as a leader in sustainability thanks to policies promoting renewable energy, water conservation, recycling, and green buildings. Water consumption in…

Image of the day: Mechelen, Belgium, a leader in sustainable energyClimate
SourceNovember 10, 2024
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Image of the day: Mechelen, Belgium, a leader in sustainable energy
The province of Antwerp, in northern Belgium, is leading the way in the energy transition. Bolstered by collaborations between climate conscious citizens and local authorities,…

Image of the day: Hurricane Rafael hits CubaClimate
SourceNovember 9, 2024
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Image of the day: Hurricane Rafael hits Cuba
In early November 2024, Hurricane Rafael, visible in this Copernicus Sentine-3 image acquired on 7 November 2024, made landfall in Cuba as a Category 3…

Image of the day: Finnish snow storage techniques help sustain ski resortsClimate
SourceNovember 7, 2024
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Image of the day: Finnish snow storage techniques help sustain ski resorts
Traditional Finnish ice preservation methods have inspired modern snow storage solutions to support Europe’s ski resorts amid warmer temperatures and shorter winter seasons. The Levi…

Image of the day: Drought in the Amazon RiverNews
SourceNovember 6, 2024
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Image of the day: Drought in the Amazon River
Since 2023, the Amazon River has been affected by a severe drought. The consequences of the crisis are far-reaching, affecting local economies and resources. In…

Image of the day: Floods in Horta Sud, Valencia, SpainNews
SourceNovember 5, 2024
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Image of the day: Floods in Horta Sud, Valencia, Spain
Extensive destruction and the tragic loss of over 200 lives have resulted from severe flash floods which struck the Community of Valencia, Spain, on 29…

Lisbon event offers a deep dive into ocean dataNews
SourceNovember 5, 2024
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Lisbon event offers a deep dive into ocean data
DARMSTADT, Germany | EUMETSATPeople with an interest in our oceans – from academics to businesspeople through to representatives from navies and weather services – are…

Satellite imagery offers new hope for coastal forests threatened by climate changeClimateNews
Adrian AlexandreNovember 5, 2024
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Satellite imagery offers new hope for coastal forests threatened by climate change
As climate change accelerates sea-level rise, coastal forests face an escalating risk of being overtaken by marshes and open waters. A recent study by North…

Image of the day: Germany’s northern coast threatened by rising sea levelsNews
SourceNovember 4, 2024
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Image of the day: Germany’s northern coast threatened by rising sea levels
On Germany’s northern coast, the rising levels of the North Sea pose a threat to nearby communities and ecosystems. Encroaching sea water impacts not only…

Image of the day: The Copernicus Emergency Management Service monitors the floods in Valencia, SpainNews
SourceNovember 3, 2024
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Image of the day: The Copernicus Emergency Management Service monitors the floods in Valencia, Spain
On 29 October 2024, the Community of Valencia in Spain has been hit by severe flooding, causing widespread devastation and the tragic loss of more…

Image of the day: The impact of the floods south of Valencia, SpainNews
SourceNovember 2, 2024
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Image of the day: The impact of the floods south of Valencia, Spain
This data visualisation compares two Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellite acquisitions over the area south of Valencia, Spain, captured on 26 and 31 October 2024, before and…

Image of the day: Disastrous floods south of Valencia, SpainNews
SourceNovember 1, 2024
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Image of the day: Disastrous floods south of Valencia, Spain
Parts of southern and eastern Spain are still reeling from the effects of flash flooding after record rainfall hit the region on 29 and 30…

Image of the day: Devastating flooding in Valencia, SpainNews
SourceOctober 31, 2024
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Image of the day: Devastating flooding in Valencia, Spain
On 29 October 2024, parts of southern and eastern Spain were affected by severe flash flooding following record rainfall. Dozens of deaths have been reported…

Image of the day: Devastating flooding in the Far North region of CameroonNews
SourceOctober 30, 2024
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Image of the day: Devastating flooding in the Far North region of Cameroon
Since July 2024, heavy rainfall and rising water levels in major rivers, including the Chari River, have caused severe flooding in the Far North region…

Image of the day: Sustainable urban mobility in Vienna, AustriaNews
SourceOctober 29, 2024
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Image of the day: Sustainable urban mobility in Vienna, Austria
Austria, EU - This Copernicus Sentinel-2 image acquired on 21 October 2024 shows Vienna, Austria, which has been voted the most livable city in the…

Image of the day: Coastal erosion in IrelandClimateNews
SourceOctober 28, 2024
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Image of the day: Coastal erosion in Ireland
Ireland, EU - Along the coast of Ballyheally, Ireland, sea levels have risen 20 centimetres since the 19th century. Higher levels have led to storm…

How satellite images help to protect forestsClimateNews
SourceJuly 19, 2024
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How satellite images help to protect forests
Earth seen from space: ETH spin-off askEarth facilitates access to satellite images for environmental and climate monitoring. It supports businesses in combatting deforestation. Hundreds of…

Weather satellite passes bake and shake tests with flying coloursClimateNews
SourceJuly 15, 2024
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Weather satellite passes bake and shake tests with flying colours
By European Space Agency (ESA) As climate change drives more frequent and severe weather events, the need for accurate and timely forecasting has never been…

Fighting fires from space in record time: how AI could prevent a repeat of Australia’s devastating wildfiresNewsScience
SourceJune 7, 2024
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Fighting fires from space in record time: how AI could prevent a repeat of Australia’s devastating wildfires
By University of South Australia Australian scientists are getting closer to detecting bushfires in record time, thanks to cube satellites with onboard AI now able…

Drones validate walrus counts in satellite images from spaceScience
SourceMay 23, 2024
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Drones validate walrus counts in satellite images from space
In the first successful attempt to calibrate walrus counts from satellite imagery, scientists used drones to validate animal counts in Svalbard, Norway. This International Day…
