Conveners
Gifts from the heavens: 4C
- Mihály Héder (SZTAKI)
Description
"Space. The final frontier." - what once belonged to futuristic imaginary is now the standard operating territory of NRENs, as this session exemplifies. Our speakers arrive from quite distant locations on the surface of the planet, but they all share the great expanse as their workspace. Either to provide connectivity or to advance science on weather, climate or other matters, they all rely on satellites, and are ready to share their experiences and present their infrastructures.
The term 'Rendezvous' evokes images of a purposeful gathering, which for the Indigenous Inuit of Canada's Arctic Region in Nunavut translates into the harmonious meeting of traditional knowledge and contemporary technology. Our Presentation will delve into the heart of Nunavut, where LEO technology is being used to weave a new digital narrative. This narrative is central to TNC's ethos of...
Copernicus is the European Earth observation program, Europe's eyes on Earth. It provides various services that help researchers, scientists, governments, the private sector and academia to cope with climate risks.
In this talk, I will share RedCLARA's experience in building an Earth observation strategy that has allowed the Copernicus Academy to build capacities and skills around Earth...
Explore EUMETSAT's vital mission in monitoring weather and climate from space, and how this significantly impacts our daily lives. EUMETSAT plays a pivotal role in gathering essential data for accurate weather forecasting, and the climate record. GEANT and NRENs enable the swift exchange of information critical for forecasting, enhancing our ability to predict and respond to weather events. By...
