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Ηow Earth Observation can upend our understanding in the field of climate change and epidemics?
Find us at GEO SYMPOSIUM 2021 in the session EO for climate change and mosquito-born diseases! Wednesday 23 June 2021 [17:00-18:00 CEST]
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In this session, we will explore how Early Warning and Decision Support Systems that harness the power of Earth Observation could be the answer to that rising problem. The EuroGEO Action Group for Epidemics proves the importance of big EO data through the development of EYWA, an EarlY WArning System for Mosquito-Borne Diseases. The system is based on a plethora of satellite and in-situ Earth Observation data and state-of-the-art technological tools, delivering scientific excellence. Moreover, Early Warning Systems for MBD, like EYWA, could play a pivotal role with a view to support climate change adaptation and sustainability, by addressing the relevant priorities of the GEO Societal Benefit Areas, the Agenda 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

In addition, this session aspires to showcase how big EO data that enable continuous global coverage could enhance decision making and support preparedness for different MBD at different countries and scales. This session invites international key speakers from Europe (JRC, BNITM and EMCA) and USA (University of Maryland) to share their knowledge and engage in a discussion with the audience about how Earth Observation can upend our understanding in the field of climate change and epidemics. Also, the session will showcase how such EO-based systems could become a key lever for Public Health authorities and decision makers, and raise citizens’ awareness on the expected risk of MBD.