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"The Earth Talks"</a></h2> <span class="subtitle">Event</span> <i aria-hidden="true"></i> <div class="small-txt simple-txt description"><p>Rome, Italy 5-9 May, 2025. <span style="font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase">Registration is Open</span></p></div> <a href="https://earthobservations.org/events/geo-global-forum-2025" class="button small-button invert two-columns-left internal with-icon">Explore Event</a> </li> <li class="glide__slide card"> <h2 class="fourth-level"><a href="https://earthobservations.org/events/unccd-16th-session-conference-parties" class="link inner-link">UN Desertification Conference</a></h2> <span class="subtitle">Event</span> <i aria-hidden="true"></i> <div class="small-txt simple-txt description"><p>At the 2024 UN Desertification Conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, GEO will showcase initiatives aimed at enhancing global land and drought resilience through people-cantered approaches.</p></div> <a href="https://earthobservations.org/events/unccd-16th-session-conference-parties" class="button small-button invert two-columns-left internal with-icon">Explore Event</a> </li> <li class="glide__slide card"> <h2 class="fourth-level"><a href="https://earthobservations.org/resources/post-2025-gwp-call" class="link inner-link">Post-2025 GEO Work Programme – Call for Proposals</a></h2> <span class="subtitle">Resource</span> <i aria-hidden="true"></i> <div class="small-txt simple-txt description"><p>The GEO Programme Board and the GEO Secretariat invite proposals from new and existing activities for the Post-2025 GEO Work Programme.</p></div> <a href="https://earthobservations.org/resources/post-2025-gwp-call" class="button small-button invert two-columns-left internal with-icon">Explore Resource</a> </li> <li class="glide__slide card"> <h2 class="fourth-level"><a href="https://earthobservations.org/events/geo-symposium-and-odok-workshop" class="link inner-link">GEO Symposium and ODOK Workshop</a></h2> <span class="subtitle">Event</span> <i aria-hidden="true"></i> <div class="small-txt simple-txt description"><p>From Vision to Action: Crafting GEO’s Post 2025 Implementation Plan.</p></div> <a href="https://earthobservations.org/events/geo-symposium-and-odok-workshop" class="button small-button invert two-columns-left internal with-icon">Explore Event</a> </li> <li class="glide__slide card"> <h2 class="fourth-level"><a href="https://geosec.limequery.com/765965" class="link inner-link">Help shape the GEO Post 2025 Strategy Implementation Plan Survey</a></h2> <span class="subtitle">Survey</span> <i aria-hidden="true"></i> <div class="small-txt simple-txt description"><p>GEO’s Post-2025 Strategy marks a new chapter in our collective efforts to achieve Earth Intelligence for All – but we need your help to turn words into action. </p></div> <a href="https://geosec.limequery.com/765965" class="button small-button invert two-columns-left internal with-icon">Explore Survey</a> </li> <li class="glide__slide card"> <h2 class="fourth-level">Save the Date for the GEO Global Forum</h2> <span class="subtitle">Event</span> <i aria-hidden="true"></i> <div class="small-txt simple-txt description"><p>Formerly known as GEO Week, the GEO Global Forum "The Earth Talks" will be held in Rome, Italy from 5 to 9 May 2025.</p></div> </li> <li class="glide__slide card"> <h2 class="fourth-level"><a href="https://earthobservations.org/events/geo-week-2023/documents#outcome-documents" class="link inner-link">GEO WEEK 2023 Ministerial Summit Outcome Documents</a></h2> <span class="subtitle">Resource</span> <i aria-hidden="true"></i> <div class="small-txt simple-txt description"><p>Explore the strategic outcome documents of GEO-18 Plenary and the Ministerial Summit.</p></div> <a href="https://earthobservations.org/events/geo-week-2023/documents#outcome-documents" class="button small-button invert two-columns-left internal with-icon">Explore Resource</a> </li> <li class="glide__slide card"> <h2 class="fourth-level"><a href="https://earthobservations.org/events/geo-week-2023/schedule#November10" class="link inner-link">GEO WEEK 2023 Ministerial Summit</a></h2> <span class="subtitle">Event</span> <i aria-hidden="true"></i> <div class="small-txt simple-txt description"><p>Climate. Biodiversity. Air quality. The planet has a lot to say about the things that each and every one of us depend on. But can you hear what it’s saying? </p></div> <a href="https://earthobservations.org/events/geo-week-2023/schedule#November10" class="button small-button invert two-columns-left internal with-icon">Explore Event</a> </li> <li class="glide__slide card"> <h2 class="fourth-level"><a href="https://earthobservations.org/news/unveiling-first-geo-resource-mobilization-toolkit" class="link inner-link">GEO Resource Mobilisation Toolkit</a></h2> <span class="subtitle">Resource</span> <i aria-hidden="true"></i> <div class="small-txt simple-txt description"><p>A capacity development resource that outlines a systematic and targeted approach to planning and implementing resource mobilisation activities. </p></div> <a href="https://earthobservations.org/news/unveiling-first-geo-resource-mobilization-toolkit" class="button small-button invert two-columns-left internal with-icon">Explore Resource</a> </li> <li class="glide__slide card"> <h2 class="fourth-level"><a href="https://earthobservations.org/organization/working-groups/global-heat-resilience-service" class="link inner-link">Global Heat Resilience Service</a></h2> <span class="subtitle">Service</span> <i aria-hidden="true"></i> <div class="small-txt simple-txt description"><p>A service that will provide every urban area in the world with intelligence on the health risks from exposure to extreme heat. </p></div> <a href="https://earthobservations.org/organization/working-groups/global-heat-resilience-service" class="button small-button invert two-columns-left internal with-icon">Explore Service</a> </li> <li class="glide__slide card"> <h2 class="fourth-level"><a href="https://earthobservations.org/organization/working-groups/global-ecosystems-atlas" class="link inner-link">Global Ecosystems Atlas</a></h2> <span class="subtitle">Service</span> <i aria-hidden="true"></i> <div class="small-txt simple-txt description"><p>Bring together high-quality global, regional and national ecosystem maps into a single, open, online resource to enable everyone to take action to protect nature.</p></div> <a href="https://earthobservations.org/organization/working-groups/global-ecosystems-atlas" class="button small-button invert two-columns-left internal with-icon">Explore Service</a> </li> <li class="glide__slide card"> <h2 class="fourth-level"><a href="https://earthobservations.org/organization/work-programme" class="link inner-link">Work Programme 2023-2025</a></h2> <span class="subtitle">Document</span> <i aria-hidden="true"></i> <div class="small-txt simple-txt description"><p>Primary instrument to encourage collaboration among GEO’s members, participating organizations, associates, and other partners.</p></div> <a href="https://earthobservations.org/organization/work-programme" class="button small-button invert two-columns-left internal with-icon">Explore Document</a> </li> </ul> </div> <div data-glide-el="controls" class="controls"> <button data-glide-dir="<" aria-label="Previous"><span></span></button> <button data-glide-dir=">" aria-label="Next"><span></span></button> </div> </div> </div> <div id="highlights" class="highlights marquee"> <ul class="ticker marquee-content" id="ticker"> <li> <a href="https://earthobservations.org/events/geo-global-forum-2025"><span>05 - 09 May 2025: </span>GEO Global Forum 2025</a> </li> <li> <a href=""></a> </li> <li> <a href="https://earthobservations.org/events/geo-global-forum-2025"><span>05 - 09 May 2025: </span>GEO Global Forum 2025</a> </li> <li> <a href=""></a> </li> <li> <a href="https://earthobservations.org/events/geo-global-forum-2025"><span>05 - 09 May 2025: </span>GEO Global Forum 2025</a> </li> <li> <a href=""></a> </li> <li> <a href="https://earthobservations.org/events/geo-global-forum-2025"><span>05 - 09 May 2025: </span>GEO Global Forum 2025</a> </li> <li> <a href=""></a> </li> </ul> </div> <div class="overlay home-page"> <div class="content-wrapper"> <div class="content"> <div class="block"> <div class="inset"><p>GEO is a unique global network connecting government institutions, academic and research institutions, data providers, businesses, engineers, scientists and experts to create innovative solutions to global challenges at a time of exponential data growth, human development and climate change that transcend national and disciplinary boundaries. The unprecedented global collaboration of experts helps identify gaps and reduce duplication in the areas of sustainable development and sound environmental management.</p></div> <a href="https://earthobservations.org/mission/geo-at-a-glance" class="button internal with-icon invert two-columns-left margin-top">Learn More About GEO</a> </div> <div class="block"> <div class="video full"> <link href="https://earthobservations.org/themes/geo/assets/scss/video-js.css" rel="stylesheet" /> <script src="https://earthobservations.org/themes/geo/assets/js/video.min.js"></script> <video id="my-player" class="video-js" controls preload="auto" poster="https://earthobservations.org/storage/app/media/video/geo-video-cover.jpg" data-setup="{}" > <source src="https://earthobservations.org/storage/app/media/video/geo.mp4" type="video/mp4"> </video> </div> </div> <div class="block "> <div class="txt extended-txt margin-top"> <div class="quote"> <p>To protect our planet, we need the measuring and the monitoring capabilities that only Earth observations can provide. The United Nations (UN) recognize the significant contributions of GEO in advancing Earth observations to unlock transformative solutions to address the complex global challenges.</p> <p>As GEO pursue a vision to make Earth intelligence accessible to everyone, the UN family welcomes its commitment to closely collaborate with GEO. Through concerted efforts and shared resources, we can achieve meaningful progress towards a safer and more sustainable future for all.</p> </div> <p><span class="bold">Amina J. Mohammed</span> - Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations and Chair of the United Nations Sustainable Development Group</p> </div> <div class="full video"> <video id="my-player" class="video-js" controls preload="auto" poster="https://earthobservations.org/storage/app/media/video/Amina_Mohamed_cover.jpg" data-setup="{}" > <source src="https://earthobservations.org/storage/app/media/video/Amina_Mohamed.mp4" type="video/mp4"> </video> </div> </div> <div class="left-column margin-top"> <h2 class="second-level">Highlights Report</h2> </div> <div class="block"> <div class="txt extended-txt"> <p>As global challenges intensify, GEO’s mission to safeguard our planet through Earth intelligence becomes ever more critical. Our Post-2025 Strategy, shaped by a year-long consultative process, hones in on the need for transformative solutions and intergenerational collaboration. Importantly, the direction charted by this strategy is not a distant goal; it’s already taking shape through the ongoing efforts of the GEO Work Programme.</p> <p>The GEO Highlights 2023 report not only showcases these advancements but also underscores how they set the foundation for our future endeavours. </p> <p class="txt-button"> <a href="https://earthobservations.org/storage/app/media/documents/Events/GEO-Week-2023/GEO%202023%20Highlights%20Report.pdf" target="_blank" class="two-columns-left button external link">Explore Highlights Report</a> </p>  </div> <div class="full video"> <video id="my-player" class="video-js" controls preload="auto" poster="https://earthobservations.org/storage/app/media/video/highlights_report_cover.jpeg" data-setup="{}" > <source src="https://earthobservations.org/storage/app/media/video/highlights_report.mp4" type="video/mp4"> </video> </div> </div> </div> <div class="content value"> <div class="left-column"> <h2 class="second-level">OUR UNIQUE OFFER</h2> </div> <div class="block"> <div class="two-column-list"> <div class="list-item"> <h3 class="fourth-level">GEO is governed by nations</h3> <p class="description middle-txt">As an intergovernmental body, GEO is steered by the collective will of governments. This fosters a high level of trust and ensures that our Earth Intelligence solutions are not just innovative but also reliable and actionable.</p> </div> <div class="list-item"> <h3 class="fourth-level">GEO is a collaboration of expertise</h3> <p class="description middle-txt">Our global network spans multiple disciplines and sectors, making us a hub for transdisciplinary knowledge and solutions. Unlike other coordination frameworks, GEO’s cross-sectoral approach amplifies our value, enabling us to address complex challenges with nuanced, demand-driven solutions.</p> </div> <div class="list-item"> <h3 class="fourth-level">GEO operates across scales</h3> <p class="description middle-txt">Our reach extends from the global to the local, offering insights that are both broad and deep. This scalability allows us to be agile, responsive, and innovative, adapting to the ever-changing dynamics of our planet.</p> </div> <div class="list-item"> <h3 class="fourth-level">GEO is a living ecosystem of inclusivity</h3> <p class="description middle-txt">We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organization that welcomes a diverse range of stakeholders—from governmental bodies to non-profit organizations, from scientific experts to decision-makers, as well as local communities and indigenous peoples. </p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="content"> <div class="left-column"> <h2 class="second-level">Our Engagement Priorities</h2> </div> <div class="block"> <div class="txt"> <p>GEO serves as a transformative force, uniting governments, businesses, scientists, local communities, and other various stakeholders in the pursuit of integrated Earth Observation (EO) solutions for informed decision-making. With its unique blend of members & partners, GEO harnesses diverse perspectives to address various global challenges. Driven by the Post-2025 Strategy, “Earth Intelligence for all,” GEO is committed to co-producing actionable insights with and for its diverse user base. As we navigate complex environmental and climate challenges, GEO’s dedication to openness, collaboration, and inclusivity ensures that Earth Intelligence remains accessible and beneficial to all.</p> </div> <a href="https://earthobservations.org/mission/priorities" class="button internal with-icon invert two-columns-left">Explore GEO Engagement Priorities</a> </div> <div class="left-column margin-top"> <h3 class="third-level">Our Solutions by Theme</h3> </div> <div class="block"> <div class="txt"> <p>GEO leads global initiatives that explore our planet’s ecological health, climate challenges, disaster readiness, resource optimization, urban sustainability, and public health priorities. By integrating Earth observations with global frameworks like the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the Paris Agreement, and the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, GEO demonstrates its commitment to fostering a healthy, sustainable, and resilient world.</p> </div> <a href="https://earthobservations.org/solutions" class="button internal with-icon invert two-columns-left">Explore GEO Solution</a> </div> </div> <div class="content full-width"> <img src="https://earthobservations.org/storage/app/resources/resize/2200_0_0_0_auto/img_9d141df06570f767d1f5417ff4a65daf.webp" id="dial-illustration" class="for-background" alt="solution infographic"> <div class="block full-width-background"> <div class="solution-infographic"> <svg id="dial-container" width="100%"> <defs> <filter id="f1" color-interpolation-filters="sRGB"> <feColorMatrix in="SourceGraphic" type="matrix" values="-1 0 0 0 1 0 -1 0 0 1 0 0 -1 0 1 0 0 0 1 0"/> </filter> </defs> </svg> </div> <div class="solution-theme"> <h3 id="dial-title" class="fourth-level uppercase">Biodiversity and Ecosystems</h3> <p id="dial-description" class="description small-txt">Biodiversity is under threat from numerous global challenges, such as rapid habitat changes to invasive species and pollution. 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Their targets and indicators offer a measurable pathway for tracking progress in economic, social, and environmental sustainability." }, { "title": "Public Health", "link": "https://earthobservations.org/mission/areas/public-health", "illustration": "https://earthobservations.org/storage/app/resources/resize/2200_0_0_0_auto/img_73ef031e9876c617caf27e1a11c7dafa.webp", "description": "Public health and the environment are deeply connected. As our natural surroundings change, from climate shifts to land-use alterations, they can present multiple health risks, from the emergence of new diseases to the intensification of existing ones." }, { "title": "Sustainable Urban Development", "link": "https://earthobservations.org/mission/areas/sustainable-urban-development", "illustration": "https://earthobservations.org/storage/app/resources/resize/2200_0_0_0_auto/img_74e2a7987e0060704dba59386cd6f6dd.webp", "description": "As urban landscapes are constantly evolving, ensuring equitable and prosperous living spaces is crucial. Earth observations provide insights into these shifts, reshaping our approach to urban planning and development." }, { "title": "Water Resources Management", "link": "https://earthobservations.org/mission/areas/water-resources-management", "illustration": "https://earthobservations.org/storage/app/resources/resize/2200_0_0_0_auto/img_754dc3c279be0bb505e465ec3402979d.webp", "description": "Covering over 70% of Earth’s surface, water sustains every area of life, from household needs to agricultural production, and from industrial applications to vital ecosystems. 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