Climate & Environmental Action and Sustainability

Day: Wednesday 16 October
Time: 10:15 - 11:15 CEST
Location: Red Hall, Level 1, North Wing, MiCo Convention Centre

Earth Observation satellites have proven to be a game changer in terms of better understanding the complexities of our planet and responding to the challenges of changes in Earth’s climate and environment, as well as issues of sustainability on Earth. Data from these satellites are used to forecast the weather and help when disaster strikes, to provide essential information used to improve, for example, agricultural practices, water management and siting of renewable energy plants, and to address issues and questions related to important Earth-science questions.

The European Space Agency, a world-leader in Earth Observation, is dedicated to fostering the development of cutting-edge space-borne technology and to supporting science and user communities to take full advantage of the data coming from the resulting satellite missions.

In this GNF, the panelists will address the use of space-based Earth Observation data to further understand the planet, to support effective policy- and decision making related to the environment and resource management, to improve the daily lives of citizens and for a more sustainable future and economy of all nations. The moderator will facilitate a discussion among panellists, from a wide range of communities, in a conversation focusing on the means required to expand the uptake of satellite Earth Observation data as a unique tool to support action on climate and environmental challenges.

Moderator

Fani KALLIANOU DE JONG

Principal Manager, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)

United Kingdom

Speakers

Simonetta CHELI

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

Italy

Alessandra ZAMPIERI

Director of Directorate D –Sustainable Resources, European Commission, Joint Research Centre (JRC)

Belgium

Alessandro IZZO

Director, European Investment Bank

Luxembourg