Earth Observation for the Africa we want
Observing our planet from space offers an unprecedented opportunity to monitor changes on the earth surface. Space technology allows us identify patterns over time, understand trends and monitor our planet to better manage, conserve and adapt to our changing environment.
GMES & Africa - ICPAC supports East African countries to use Earth Observation (EO) data and technologies to monitor natural resources and food security.
Our Areas of Work
Developing Earth Observation based applications to monitor our changing environment
- Land cover changes within and around Protected Areas and Forests
- Tropical forest ecosystem dynamics: forest degradation, forest regeneration and deforestation
- Crop conditions as the season progresses
- Pasture conditions assessment per season within rangelands to support livestock farming and within the Protected Areas for wildlife
- Fires
Improving availability and access to EO data
Ensuring continuous availability of EO data and technical support for troubleshooting and maintaining the 33 satellite receiving stations.
Monitoring Protected Areas and Forests
Providing decision makers information and tools needed for sustainable policies at regional, national and hotspot level.
Monitoring Agriculture and Rangelands
Monitoring seasonal cropland and rangeland conditions using satellite derived indicators and added field information to deliver users with early warning information in agriculture that enhances food security in the region.
Training and Capacity building
Enhancing capacity for decision making by providing training in access, processing, analysis and interpretation of EO data and EO products.
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Summary for Decision Makers, October to December 2024 Season
Download our latest Summary for Decision Makers with impacts and advisories for the following secto…
Technical Statement from the 68th Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF68)
The 68th Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF68) was held from 19 to 20 August 2024…
Projected future changes in food insecurity hotspots over the IGAD region of Eastern Africa
Food insecurity is a major issue in many parts of the world, driven by conflict, economic instabili…
Technical Report on the Ongoing Flood Impact in the IGAD Region
The IGAD region is grappling with an unprecedented challenge of a climate emergency within the memb…
