ESA Global Development Assistance (GDA)

💡 How can Earth Observation (EO) reshape the future of mobility and infrastructure development? 🚦 ESA’s GDA Transport & Infrastructure activity is showing the way! Through collaboration with International Financial Institutions (IFIs) like the The World Bank, Asian Development Bank (ADB), and Inter-American Development Bank, this initiative empowers low- and middle-income countries to achieve sustainable and climate-resilient transport solutions. 1️⃣ Monitoring Infrastructure: EO tracks construction, population trends, & demand for better planning. 2️⃣ Assessing Transport Quality: Satellites monitor road conditions for strategic management. 3️⃣ Understanding Mobility: EO identifies congestion, barriers, & peak activity for smarter route planning. 4️⃣ Evaluating Impacts: EO analyses air quality, noise, & climate risks for resilient infrastructure. 📽️ Watch our video to discover how ESA’s GDA bridges the gap between EO technology and real-world development needs, fostering a sustainable future for global mobility. 👉 https://lnkd.in/eDdb4ZdD #AcceleratingImpact Asian Development Bank (ADB), Caribou Space, CLS Group (Collecte Localisation Satellites), German Aerospace Center (DLR), e-GEOS, IABG, Inter-American Development Bank, IGN FI, LiveEO, SpaceKnow Inc., TRE ALTAMIRA, The World Bank Christoph Aubrecht, Yves Barthélemy, Fabio Cian, Alex Chunet, Giulia Costella, Piera Di Vito, Carlotta M., Anika Ruess, David Taverner, Nicki McGoh

🌾 Spotlight today: The Murat River Watershed Rehabilitation Project in Türkiye together with IFAD Through the European Space Agency - ESA GDA programme, IFAD is bringing EO to the forefront of climate-resilient agriculture. Here’s what was achieved: ✅ Mapped 4,650+ hectares of terraces using satellite imagery ✅ Reduced soil erosion on steep slopes ✅ Boosted vegetation cover and soil moisture 📢 We’re proud to see the collaboration between the ESA and IFAD gaining recognition in International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)’s Climate Action Report, which was launched at COP29. 🌍 Beyond Türkiye, ESA and IFAD are scaling this collaboration to make EO an integral tool for agricultural planning and environmental monitoring globally. Together, we’re supporting smallholder farmers by enabling better resource management and strengthening adaptation to climate challenges. Read more about our joint progress: https://lnkd.in/dAbDJUWZ European Space Agency - ESA, International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Christoph Aubrecht, Yves Barthélemy, Fabio Cian, Alex Chunet, Carmela Lopez, Gladys Herminia Morales Guevara, Oliver Mundy, Advit Nath, Anika Ruess

In the latest episode of ESA’s GDA Impact Newsroom, discover how Earth Observation is driving sustainable change—from urban planning in Kenya to enhancing clean energy in Bangladesh. Watch the episode and hear more about: 🛰️ A strategic meeting between ESA and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to advance the use of EO for climate action, urban development, and resilience in the Asia-Pacific region. 📊 Midterm Evaluation insights showcasing GDA’s impact: 68 projects across 65 countries, delivering over 120 EO products that empower data-driven development operations. 🏙️ A transformative urban sustainability initiative collaborating with African Development Bank Group, in Kenya, guiding infrastructure investments in rapidly urbanising cities like Nairobi. ⚡ Innovative tools from GDA’s Clean Energy thematic activity helping Bangladesh tackle climate risks and enhance energy infrastructure resilience. 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ddvCWgxC Clement Albergel, Christoph Aubrecht, Philippe Bally, Zoltan Bartalis, Yves Barthélemy, Lisa Burke, Bruno Carrasco, Fabio Cian, Alex Chunet, Giulia Costella, Maria Michela Corvino, Rune Floberghagen, Inge Jonckheere, Elke Kraetzschmar, Paolo Manunta, Susanne Mecklenburg, Athanasia Nikolaou, Anika Ruess, Christophe Sannier African Development Bank Group, Asian Development Bank (ADB), The World Bank, EO industry consortia leads: Brockmann Consult GmbH, Caribou Space, e-GEOS, EOMAP , Evenflow, GAF AG, GeoVille Information Systems and Data Processing GmbH, GMV, IABG, Imperative Space, Indra, MEEO S.r.l, Planetek Italia

Look What happens when Earth Observation meets global collaboration for development❓ 💫 Last week’s ESA GDA Industry Engagement Day showcased exactly that — EO industry leaders and European Space Agency - ESA experts coming together to explore new opportunities to scale impactful EO solutions, share joint challenges and celebrate the success of various global ESA GDA case studies. Watch the recap video below! Key take-aways from the day: 🌍 A Partnership Mindset: ESA's GDA continues to align EO capabilities with the priorities of IFIs and country counterparts. Additionally to The World Bank and the Asian Development Bank (ADB), GDA grows its reach with more associated partnerships—like those with Inter-American Development Bank and International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). 🌍 Innovative Tools: The ESA GDA Knowledge Hub and the ESA GDA Analytics & Processing Platform (APP), launching in 2025, were unveiled as key enablers for scaling EO insights and fostering collaboration. 🌍 Communication for Impact: GDA’s Communication Consortium introduced tools like the Impact Sphere and storytelling visuals to make EO success stories resonate globally. 🌍 Interactive Insights: Breakout sessions explored strategies for aligning donor priorities, thriving EO ecosystems, and measuring success, sparking ideas for 2025 and beyond. 👏 Together, we’re scaling EO impact & we’re shaping a sustainable future of development operations to #AcceleratingImpact 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/dq7yA8Ts EO industry consortia leads: Brockmann Consult GmbH, Caribou Space, e-GEOS, EOMAP , Evenflow, GAF AG, GeoVille Information Systems and Data Processing GmbH, GMV, IABG, Imperative Space, Indra, MEEO S.r.l, Planetek Italia Special thanks to Caribou Space for all the great support and to ReMedia Group for this fantastic recap video! Clement Albergel, Christoph Aubrecht, Philippe Bally, Zoltan Bartalis, Yves Barthélemy, Simonetta Cheli, Mariangela Cataldo, Tania G D Casal, Maria Michela Corvino, Alex Chunet, Fabio Cian, Rune Floberghagen, Benjamin Koetz, Susanne Mecklenburg, Marc Paganini, Anika Ruess, Piera Di Vito, Claudia Vitolo

🌍 Harnessing the Power of Earth Observation Technology for Climate Adaptation   Beginning of last week, Anika Ruess and Alex Chunet from the ESA GDA team had the privilege of co-hosting a webinar with the Adaptation Fund (AF) with fruitful discussions on how Earth Observation (EO) tools can drive impactful climate adaptation solutions in development operations. With a fantastic turnout and engaging discussions, the webinar showcased practical EO applications in various sectors. The enthusiasm from Implementing Entities (IEs) of the AF highlighted the growing momentum for integrating EO technologies into their adaptation efforts.   🎥 Check out the highlights and key takeaways in our news story: https://lnkd.in/dSrFtMGg European Space Agency - ESA, Adaptation Fund   Christoph Aubrecht, Yves Barthélemy, Alex Chunet, Fabio Cian, Carlos Domenech, Marcus Johannesson, Farayi Madziwa (MBA, Mphil), Mikko Ollikainen, Anika Ruess

✨ What a fantastic GDA Industry Engagement Day 2024 – strengthening ties, finding new ways to move forward together & fostering opportunities for scaling ESA’s GDA case studies! Two days ago, we gathered for our European Space Agency - ESA’s GDA Industry Engagement Co-location Day 2024, a unique event that highlights the strength and dynamism of the GDA ecosystem.   🌍 Bringing together all our strong partnering companies from the industry, EO experts, and ESA colleagues, insights on the various GDA activities were shared and new ideas discussed on how to align our joint efforts. Days like this remind us why fostering these ESA GDA industry connections is so critical and inspire to push the boundaries of turning actionable EO solutions into long-term impact at the IFIs and country counterparts.   👏 Thank you to everyone who joined and contributed to making this day truly special. We’re already looking forward to the next one!   EO industry consortia leads: Brockmann Consult GmbH, Caribou Space, e-GEOS, EOMAP , Evenflow, GAF AG, GeoVille Information Systems and Data Processing GmbH, GMV, IABG, Imperative Space, Indra, MEEO S.r.l, Planetek Italia   Clement Albergel, Christoph Aubrecht, Philippe Bally, Zoltan Bartalis, Yves Barthélemy, Simonetta Cheli, Mariangela Cataldo, Tania G D Casal, Maria Michela Corvino, Alex Chunet, Fabio Cian, Rune Floberghagen, Benjamin Koetz, Susanne Mecklenburg, Marc Paganini, Anika Ruess, Piera Di Vito, Claudia Vitolo

🌍 Last call! Submit your abstracts for #LPS25 by this Sunday, 1 December 2024! 🚀 Don't miss your chance to be part of the two key sessions led by ESA’s GDA programme at the Living Planet Symposium 2025: ✅ Integrating Long-Term Climate Finance Strategies with Earth Observation Data ✅ Earth Observation Accelerating Impact in International Development Assistance 🌐 Submit today: https://lps25.esa.int #LPS25 is a premier event showcasing how Earth Observation (EO) tackles global challenges and drives sustainability. Join us to present your work, explore innovative EO applications, and connect with a diverse community of space and sustainability experts. 🗓️ Deadline: 1 December 2024 📅 Event: 23-27 June 2025 📍 Location: Austria Centre, Vienna We are looking forward to seeing you at the event and engaging in discussions—submit your abstract today! 💡 IFI partners: Asian Development Bank (ADB), EBRD, IDB, International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), The World Bank Christoph Aubrecht, Yves Barthélemy, Fabio Cian, Alex Chunet, Benjamin Koetz, Susanne Mecklenburg, Anika Ruess

Join us to review the key achievements of ESA’s GDA programme and explore recommendations from the October 2024 mid-term evaluation by Caribou Space! 📅 When? 🗓️ 4 December 2024 ⏰ 13:00 PM CET 🔍 Why Attend? ◾ Celebrate key milestones: 124 Earth Observation Information Developments, 68 projects, 65 countries 🌍 ◾ Explore insights from the October 2024 mid-term evaluation. ◾ Learn how to further mainstream EO solutions with IFI partners. 🎙️ Featuring European Space Agency - ESA, Caribou Space, and EO industry experts. 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/ekJfnMtA Don’t miss it—we are very much looking forward to seeing you online! #AcceleratingImpact IFI partners: Asian Development Bank (ADB), EBRD, IDB, International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), The World Bank EO industry consortia leads: Brockmann Consult GmbH, Caribou Space, e-GEOS, EOMAP , Evenflow, GAF AG, GeoVille Information Systems and Data Processing GmbH, GMV, IABG, Imperative Space, Indra, MEEO S.r.l, Planetek Italia European Space Agency - ESA: Christoph Aubrecht, Yves Barthélemy, Alex Chunet, Giulia Costella, Fabio Cian, Anika Ruess

🌊 How are the European Space Agency - ESA’s GDA together with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) Development Bank supporting efforts to tackle climate risks like flooding and erosion in Georgia? 🔍 Through #EarthObservation tools like CoastSat, over 40 years of satellite data have been analysed to track shoreline changes and pinpoint areas vulnerable to flooding and erosion of Georgia’s Black Sea coast. 💡 This detailed assessment is driving space-born solutions, directly informing the Georgian Ministry for Regional Development and Infrastructure and shaping their resilient infrastructure designs and coastal management plans. This is Earth Observation in action - turning data into impactful, real-world resilience! 📈 What’s next? A follow-up project will deliver advanced coastal modelling tools, enabling more effective and sustainable coastal protection efforts to safeguard communities and ecosystems against future climate risks.. 👉 Want to read more details? https://lnkd.in/e74cdVTj #AcceleratingImpact Asian Development Bank (ADB), CMCC Foundation - Centro Euro Mediterraneo sui Cambiamenti Climatici, European Space Agency - ESA, GeoVille Information Systems and Data Processing GmbH, GMV, JBA Consulting, SISTEMA GmbH Telespazio, WTW. Clement Albergel, Christoph Aubrecht, Yves Barthélemy, Alex Chunet, Fabio Cian, Carlos Domenech, Stefano Natali, Blair Spendelow, Anika Ruess

✅ The ESA Global Development Assistance (GDA) AID Water Resources activity has been completed successfully. This project provided advanced Earth Observation (EO) services for sustainable water resource management in beneficiary countries, thus supporting the work of International Financial Institutions (IFIs). #Water is a precious resource, essential for daily life, agriculture, or healthy ecosystems. Satellite-based information can substantially contribute to managing water resources in a sustainable way. Over the past 21 months, our dream team - led by EOMAP with colleagues from Brockmann Consult GmbH, GeoVille Information Systems and Data Processing GmbH, Gisat, GMV, Gruner Stucky Ltd, and Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) - has delivered EO solutions to The World Bank and the Asian Development Bank for the client countries listed below.  Together with IFI and client country representatives, we have addressed water availability, quality, and other water-related challenges to strengthen these areas’ water management and resilience to the impacts of climate change. 🌏 Balochistan, Pakistan: rangeland drought assessment, sediment transport and hydrological modelling   🌍 Botswana: groundwater resources assessment  🌍 Cameroon: sediment analysis for a reservoirs’ lifetime assessment  🌍 Georgia: flood detection and mapping, sediment analysis, water quality assessments  🌍 Lake Victoria: water quality monitoring   🌎 Mexico: agricultural drought assessment, irrigation planning support  🌎 Peru: turbidity data, discharge information and modeling for evaluation of reservoirs lifespan  🌏 Timor-Leste: surface water extent detection and variation monitoring  🌏 Uzbekistan:  water quality, reservoir storage monitoring, sediment tracking  🌍 Zambezi River Basin: water quality and discharge information Thanks for the dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit to everyone involved! We’ve been able to provide IFIs with critical insights that will drive sustainable water management globally. Hosted by Marc Paganini at ESA’s ESRIN in Frascati, our final review meeting was a great chance to thank all our partners and the entire GDA team for their support. Special thanks to ESA experts Christoph Aubrecht, Alex Chunet, and Paolo Manunta, as well as the IFI teams from The World Bank Group (WBG) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB). Your assistance has been truly indispensable to achieve our mission! But this GDA journey might not end here - stay tuned for more updates soon! 👉  Meanwhile, learn more about GDA AID Water Resources and the water challenges addressed here: https://lnkd.in/e8e86SvB #GDAWater #EarthObservation #SustainableDevelopment #WaterResources #GlobalImpact #ESA #TeamSpirit #ClimateAdaptation #AcceleratingImpact #EnvironmentalResilience #IFIs #hydrospatial