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A new generation of meteorological satellites

Europe’s next fleet of meteorological satellites is set to debut in 2017, following today’s signing of the development contract.

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Wed, 29/02/2012 - 15:00
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European ministers emphasise the role of space for the security of Europe and its citizens

PR 34 2011 - Council underlined the importance of space systems for security.

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Wed, 07/12/2011 - 10:12
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Concern over future of EU space programme

Eight member states have raised concerns about future funding for the EU's GMES space programme.

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Mon, 21/11/2011 - 11:08
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The Parliament
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Mapping Data for European Disaster and Crisis Response

Emergency services working in the immediate aftermath of disasters will benefit from fast access to pan-European mapping created from interoperable, geospatial data thanks to an agreement b

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Thu, 17/11/2011 - 14:20
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GIM International
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Faster satellite data for more GMES users

Broader and improved access to satellite data is boosting the Global Monitoring for Environment and Security programme.

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Thu, 13/10/2011 - 15:04
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Satellites predict city hot spots

Satellites are helping to forecast the location of urban areas most affected during heat waves, helping planners to design cooler, more comfortable cities.

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Thu, 29/09/2011 - 11:00
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ESA mapping deadly mosquitoes

ESA is helping to take the bite out of mosquitoes and their deadly diseases by tracking their distribution and habitat via observation satellites, satnav, and mobile communications.

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Wed, 25/05/2011 - 10:53
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A new space policy for Europe: Independence, competitiveness and citizen’s quality of life

Improving the safety and daily lives of European citizens thanks to radio navigation, guiding tractors by satellite for high-yield crops, optimizing response to humanitarian crisis…This cruc

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Wed, 06/04/2011 - 11:51
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Europa Press Release RAPID
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INSPIRE Geoportal

Planetek Italia is starting the activities to set up the INSPIRE Geoportal, the central portal for environmental information in the European Union.

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Wed, 30/03/2011 - 11:09
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The INSPIRE State of Play reports for 2009 - 2010 now available

On 9 February 2011, the European Commission published the 6th edition of the INSPIRE State of Play reports, which covers the period from 2009 to 2010.

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Tue, 22/02/2011 - 12:48
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