UK to Chair Global Earth Observation Group with Bold Ambitions for Data Uptake
London, UK – 28 October 2024, 10:34 BST
The United Kingdom has been elected to chair the Group on Earth Observations (GEO), a global partnership of governments and organizations working to improve the availability, access, and use of Earth observation data. The UK will take over the chairmanship from the European Union on 1 January 2025.
As chair, the UK will lead GEO’s efforts to increase the use of Earth observation data to address global challenges such as climate change, food security, and disaster risk reduction. The UK will also work to strengthen GEO’s partnerships with the private sector, academia, and civil society.
The UK has a long history of involvement in Earth observation. The UK Space Agency is a major funder of Earth observation research and development, and the UK Met Office is a world-renowned centre for weather and climate forecasting.
Science Minister George Freeman said:
“I am delighted that the UK has been elected to chair the Group on Earth Observations. This is a testament to the UK’s world-leading expertise in Earth observation and our commitment to using this data to address global challenges.
“As chair, the UK will work to increase the use of Earth observation data to help us understand and respond to the climate crisis, improve food security, and reduce the risk of disasters. We will also work to strengthen GEO’s partnerships with the private sector, academia, and civil society.”
GEO Director Barbara Ryan said:
“I am excited to welcome the UK as the new chair of GEO. The UK has a strong commitment to Earth observation and a wealth of expertise in this field. I am confident that the UK will provide strong leadership as we work to increase the use of Earth observation data to address global challenges.”
The UK will chair GEO for a two-year period, from 2025 to 2027.
UK to chair global Earth observation group with bold ambitions for data uptake
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