Next week, our EORC colleagues Dr. John Friesen & Dr. Jakob Schwalb‑Willmann will be contributing to the symposium “From Orbit to Action: Satellite Remote Sensing in State Environmental Agencies”, where experts from Hesse and Baden-Württemberg will discuss the role of remote sensing in environmental management. The event will take place on October 2, 2025, at the EUMETSAT headquarters in Darmstadt. (presseportal.de)
Why This Symposium Matters
We are facing major environmental challenges: urban heat islands, ground movement, algal blooms in lakes, or forest vitality – many of these phenomena can now be observed and measured from space.
Satellite-based methods are becoming a key complement to traditional monitoring networks:
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They provide large-scale and regularly updated data – covering wide areas with high repeat frequency.
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They allow for early detection of environmental changes, such as soil deformation or water quality issues.
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They help translate insights into concrete decisions and actions – especially in environmental management and planning.
Of course, challenges remain: integrating satellite data into existing monitoring systems, validating data on the ground, interpreting results, and transferring knowledge into day-to-day practice.
EORC Role and Contribution
Our EORC colleagues will bring practical experience and insights into how remote sensing is already being used today – the potential it holds, and the hurdles that still need to be overcome. The aim is not just to present scientific findings but to help bridge the gap between research and daily environmental practice.
Our contribution will help:
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introduce new ideas into environmental monitoring
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promote dialogue between environmental agencies, researchers, and practitioners
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explore ways to integrate remote sensing effectively into existing systems
Join the Conversation
The symposium offers a platform for discussion, networking, and in-depth exchange. In addition to presentations, experts and leaders from the participating environmental agencies will be available for interviews. (presseportal.de)
If you’re interested in attending – in person or online – please register with HLNUG by September 30, 2025, via the contact details provided. (presseportal.de)
Let’s use this opportunity to explore how modern technologies can improve our environmental work – and how EORC’s presentation is helping shape that conversation.
