ABSTRACT
This chapter describes how Earth Observation (EO) data—in particular, from satellites—can support science and societal applications by delivering global, repetitive, consistent, and timely information on the state of the environment and its evolution. A particular focus will be on climate science, monitoring, and services. Some examples are presented of EO demonstration pilot projects performed in partnership with scientists, industry, and development practitioners to support climate science, adaptation, mitigation, and disaster risk management. In particular, the paper highlights the challenge of gathering observations and generating long-term climate data records, which provide the foundation of risk management. This chapter calls for a science-based integrated approach to climate risk management supported by data and knowledge, providing decision-makers with a unique change and variability.
