PE2: Global Access, Global Impact: Democratizing Space Data

Wednesday 3 June 2026
09:30-10:30

A plenary session focused on democratizing access to climate-relevant satellite information. Experts will discuss barriers faced by governments, researchers, and communities - and explore practical tools, platforms, and partnerships that turn data into action.

Moderator

Harry CIKANEK

Director, Center for Satellite Applications and Research (Retired), Satellite and Information Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)

United States

Speakers

Joan CHESONI

Co-founder, Biosec Intergalactic

Kenya

Lorant CZARAN

Chief of Space Applications Section, United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA)

Amar DJAOUTI

France

Yves IRADUKUNDA

Minister of State at the Ministry of ICT and Innovation, Government of Rwanda

Rwanda

Huadong GUO

Director, International Research Center of Big Data for Sustainable Development Goals (CBAS)

China

Susanne MECKLENBURG

Head of the ESA Climate Office, European Space Agency (ESA)

United Kingdom

Mehul R. PANDYA

Group Director and Scientist-G, Space Applications Centre, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

India

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