Outrunning Wildfire – the Growing Role of Space Observations

Wildfire threats and impacts are increasing dramatically and rapidly due to climate change and human development. This has greatly increased the political priority to address these threats. Space Based observations play a unique and essential role in mitigating the risks and impacts before, during and after wildfires. Engage with Agency leaders for Earth Observations to develop an integrated view of this much needed application of the unique capabilities of space-based observations and products.

Organizers

Harry CIKANEK

Chair, IAF Earth Observations Committee

United States

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James GRAF

Director, Earth Science and Technology, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

United States

Speakers

Simonetta CHELI

Director of Earth Observation Programmes and Head of ESRIN, European Space Agency (ESA)

Italy

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Koji TERADA

Vice President, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)

Japan

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Karen ST. GERMAIN

Director for Earth Science, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

United States

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Selma CHERCHALI

Head of the Earth Observation Department, Centre National d’Etudes Spatiales (CNES)

France

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