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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 7h
🛰️Have you heard about the EUMETSAT Satellite Application Facilities, or SAFs? The eight SAFs are dedicated centres of excellence that turn satellite observations into operational data and software products for meteorological and environmental applications. www.eumetsat.int/about-us/sat...
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Copernicus ECMWF @copernicusecmwf.bsky.social · 10h
🌫️ Air pollution knows no borders. In 2026 so far, 40% of global population was exposed to harmful ozone pollution, & wildfire smoke & desert dust affected regional and hemispheric air quality. 🔗 Explore the full story in CAMS #AtmosphereWatch: atmosphere.copernicus.eu/air-quality/... @ecmwf.int
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 29/09/2026
🌍Ever wondered how users discover, access and process the vast amounts of data behind Destination Earth (DestinE)? In our latest article, Danaële Puechmaille, Technical Coordinator for DestinE at EUMETSAT, takes readers on a guided tour of the DestinE Data Lake🔍
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 28/09/2026
EUMETSAT has officially taken charge of Copernicus Sentinel-4. 🛰️ Flying on #MTGS1, Sentinel-4 will provide hourly observations of air quality & atmospheric composition over Europe, helping improve European air quality forecasts. Service is expected to begin in 2027: bit.ly/3TVaNR1
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 25/09/2026
That’s a wrap on #EMSC2026! 🥂 Congratulats to our Early Career Scientist Initiative award winners recognised during the closing ceremony! 👏 Thank you to all speakers & attendees who joined us in Darmstadt to celebrate 40 years of EUMETSAT. Here’s to the future of EO - see you in Lisbon in 2027!
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 25/09/2026
🌀 Captured by Meteosat-12 on 24 September, this image shows Tropical Storm Fay moving across the Atlantic Ocean. Forming south-west of the Azores on 20 September, Fay became the sixth named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. Find out more at our Image of the Week: bit.ly/4iNXufw
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 25/09/2026
Final day at the EUMETSAT Conference! 🛰️ We open with "Extreme Events in a Changing Climate," exploring what decades of satellite data reveal about severe weather with Stockholm University & HES-SO. 📺 Stream live: youtube.com/live/FLw-ayt...
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 24/09/2026
What a fantastic Day 4 at #EMSC2026! 📡✨ From ocean data to mapping out satellite technology trends, today brought great vision for the future. Tonight, guests will take in the sights of Darmstadt! 🌆🥂 Missed this morning’s plenary? Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTCb...
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 24/09/2026
"Ice, ocean, life: 40 years of polar observation" 🧊❄️ Missed last night’s discussion with polar explorer Jean-Louis Etienne & glaciologist Heidi Sevestre? 📸 Browse the full photo gallery: flic.kr/s/aHBqjD5KUG 🎥 Watch the full recording: youtu.be/pe3J0LUfHx8
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EUMETSAT OSI SAF @osi-saf.eumetsat.int · 24/09/2026
To start the day at @eumetsat.int conference, OSI SAF is represented on stage by our #SeaIce expert Thomas Lavergne.
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 24/09/2026
Day 4 at the EUMETSAT Conference starts now! Today’s plenary covers ocean data for our future with Norwegian Meteorological Institute, Mercator Ocean & Institute of Oceanography & Fisheries. 🌊📊 We're also looking ahead at future instrument trends & cloud tech. 📺 Stream: youtube.com/live/KTCbuHt...
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 23/09/2026
What happens in remote polar & oceanic regions directly influences weather patterns, sea level rise & climate stability globally 🌍 Thanks to Jean-Louis Étienne, Heidi Sevestre & Mark Higgins for an inspiring 40th anniversary discussion! Catch the replay: www.youtube.com/live/Qyctx0I...
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World Meteorological Organization @wmo-global.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Which season are you saying hello to? 🌍 Today at 2:04 CEST, the Sun crossed the equator, and Earth reached its September equinox. While the Northern Hemisphere said hello to autumn, the Southern Hemisphere said hello to spring. 📹 @esa.int/@eumetsat.int
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 23/09/2026
🔴 LIVE TONIGHT AT 19:00 CEST: Ice, Ocean, Life: 40 years of polar observation 🧊❄️ Join polar explorer Dr Jean-Louis Etienne, glaciologist Dr Heidi Sevestre & EUMETSAT’s Dr Mark Higgins as field science meets 40 years of satellite data. 🔗 Watch live: www.youtube.com/live/Qyctx0I...
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 23/09/2026
To mark #EMSC2026, DWD President Sarah Jones highlighted 40 years of partnership with EUMETSAT. 🛰️⚡ Satellite data feeds ~80% of DWD's global prediction models, with new #MTG & Metop-SG capabilities turning space-based observations into life-saving weather warnings. Read: bit.ly/4xAJZmV
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 23/09/2026
A look back at today’s ECSI Lunchtime Career Dialogues! 🥪✨ Early career scientists gathered over lunch for rotating discussions with senior professionals, exploring paths in academia, industry & beyond. Thanks to all our experts & participants for the great conversations!
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 23/09/2026
Happy Autumn Equinox! 🍂🌍 Additionally, here is a 06:00 view from Meteosat-12 (MTG-I1) shows the terminator line running straight top-to-bottom across Earth, using a grayscale infrared (IR10.5) layer to reveal nighttime clouds!
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 23/09/2026
Don’t forget you can stop by our booth to chat with EUMETSAT staff at any time! There are plenty of experts on hand to answer your questions 👋
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 23/09/2026
What is the ocean telling us? 🌊 Day 3 opens with a focus on satellites, AI, and a changing climate, featuring insights from CMCC. 💡 Early Career Scientists: Don’t forget the lunchtime Career Dialogues at 12:30 CEST! 📺 Stream live: youtube.com/live/sAKSsT-...
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Simon Proud @simonsat.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Cat 5 Hurricane Polo, seen 22nd Sept by the OLCI instrument aboard Sentinel-3B. Polo rapidly intensified and now has ferocious winds OLCI is designed to look at the Earth's oceans, seas and lakes - but thanks to a great design is also super useful for monitoring weather too @esa.int @eumetsat.int
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 22/09/2026
Here’s how we closed Day 2 at #EMSC2026! ⚡ Severe storms & lightning activity with MTG LI, microwave imaging, & EUMETSAT/NOAA JPS 🔥 Real-world impact on wildfire detection & rainfall seasonality 📊 Fast-paced poster lightning talks & evening poster session 🧁 #EUMETSAT40 cupcakes See you tomorrow! 🛰️
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 22/09/2026
🤝 Strengthening global partnerships for Earth observation! At #EMSC2026, Tomomi Nio (JAXA) and Phil Evans (EUMETSAT) officially signed the extended EUMETSAT-JAXA cooperation agreement, marking an exciting new chapter in our collaboration. 🌍🛰️ Read more: www.eumetsat.net/eumetsat-str...
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 22/09/2026
📢 DestinE @ EMSC This year’s EUMETSAT conference will include a Destination Earth stand, so drop by to chat with the team about their work. And don’t miss the ‘From Data to Insights: working with DestinE Data Lake services’ training session: 📆24 Sept ⌚ 12:30 - 14:00 Full details: bit.ly/4hoKMS0
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 22/09/2026
Thank you to Lord Mayor Hanno Benz and the City of Darmstadt for helping us welcome international guests on Day 1 of the #EUMETSAT26 conference yesterday! 🛰️ We are proud of our strong collaboration with Darmstadt - the "City of Science" - and our shared role as a global hub for Earth observation! 🌍
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 22/09/2026
How do satellites track extreme events and climate drivers? Find out today at #EMSC2026! 🛰️ 🔥 12:30 Workshop: Tracking active fires with Sentinel-3 & MTG FCI (limited spots) 📊 Main Sessions: CO2M monitoring, MTG FCI updates & planned/future missions More on CO2M here: www.eumetsat.int/co2m
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 22/09/2026
Day 2 #EMSC2026! 🤖🛰️ Today’s plenary dives into "The Future User: APIs and Autonomous Systems," bringing together international expertise from DWD & IBM to explore how automated processing & cloud infrastructure transform raw satellite data into actionable insights. 📺 Stream: bit.ly/4yLEtPf
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 21/09/2026
What an action-packed Day 1 at #EMSC2026! ✨ Afternoon highlights included the 1st year of MTG FCI data, EPS-SG previews, & celebrating 40 years of international EO collaboration! 🌍🛰️ Recording available for all morning plenary sessions at: bit.ly/3V5r9XA
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 21/09/2026
Today at the #EMSC2026 Director-General Phil Evans & Paul Counet presented our new Strategy 2040 to journalists. In a milestone year celebrating our 40th anniversary & major launches like MTG-I2 & Sentinel-3C, Strategy 2040 defines our trajectory for the next decade. 🌍🛰️ Read it here bit.ly/3V7Lr2E
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 21/09/2026
Tackling global climate & weather challenges requires global cooperation because "Disasters don’t respect boundaries"🤝🌍 This morning’s panel brings together experts from WMO, NASA, NOAA & more to explore how joint missions build operational resilience & turn scientific innovation into 24/7 services.
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 21/09/2026
Unveiling new views from space! 🛰️🌏 Today at EMSC 2026, the China Meteorological Administration revealed the first satellite imagery and datasets from FY-4C. Sharing open EO datasets across international operational agencies strengthens global weather forecasting and climate monitoring for everyone.
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Niklas Jordan @niklasjordan.com · 20/09/2026
🛰️ Conference week: Tuesday: European Weather Cloud User Workshop Wednesday to Friday: @eumetsat.int Meteorological Satellite Conference 2026 Please let me know if you'd like to talk about data access services, Earth observation, or climate risks in general — or just say hello 👋
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 21/09/2026
Welcome to Day 1 of #EMSC2026 special 40th anniversary edition in Darmstadt! 🌍🛰️ We're kicking off the week with a welcome ceremony, followed by a keynote on "New Frontiers for Operational Earth Observation" by Thomas Zurbuchen (ETH Zürich). 🔴 Watch live: youtube.com/live/9Zsz1Xf...
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 20/09/2026
Tomorrow, the global meteorological community gathers in Darmstadt for the 2026 EUMETSAT Conference! 🌍🛰️ This year marks #EUMETSAT40 - four decades of operational satellite data underpinning modern weather forecasting, environmental monitoring, and climate action. Over 5 days, global experts...[1/2]
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EUMETSAT CM SAF @cm-saf.eumetsat.int · 18/09/2026
Meet CM SAF at @eumetsat.int conference in Darmstadt, 21–25 September! Explore satellite climate data records, their applications and climate services. See our slides for selected talks and posters. Come discuss your data needs! www.eumetsat.int/eumetsat-met...
Title slide: CM SAF at the EUMETSAT conference 2026, including an example map showing the SARAH-4 beta solar radiation data merged for the Geo-Ring data.Highlight presentations of the Wednesday session on climate data records with contribution of CM SAF and CM SAF data.A selection of other contributions with connection to CM SAF and application of CM SAF data.
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 18/09/2026
This year's EUMETSAT Meteorological Satellite Conference starts Monday! The event kicks off with discussions with our partners to reflect on our long-standing collaborations and what the future will bring. Can't attend? All plenary sessions will be streamed live: bit.ly/4ymbiCs
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EUMETSAT Meteorological Satellite Conference 2026
The 2026 EUMETSAT Meteorological Satellite Conference will take place in Darmstadt, Germany.
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 18/09/2026
Fantastic news! 🛰️✨ Congrats to ESA on completing the Launch & Early Operations Phase for #Copernicus Sentinel-3C in a smooth 34 hours! In-orbit verification starts today, activating payloads and testing instruments. Another step closer to delivering vital data! 🌍✨
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 17/09/2026
The new WMO State of Global Water Resources report features EUMETSAT SAF data on precipitation (CM SAF) & root-zone soil moisture (H SAF)! 🌧️🌱 Looking for up-to-date data? Our Climate Anomalies & Normals (CAN) Service delivers near-real-time datasets: 🔗 can.eumetsat.int 📖 Read report below 👇
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World Meteorological Organization @wmo-global.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
The ozone layer continues to heal 🌍 The WMO Ozone & UV Bulletin released on #OzoneDay shows that the Antarctic ozone hole in 2025 was one of the smallest in decades. However, measurements also show a significant increase in days with high UV exposure. ↪️ bit.ly/WMOOzoneUVBulletin2026pr
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 17/09/2026
Highlights from our #Copernicus Sentinel-3 launch rewatch party at EUMETSAT HQ on 15 September. 🚀🛰 Find more at our gallery: flic.kr/s/aHBqjD5auM
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European Space History @eurospacehistory.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
#OTD 17 September 2012, the polar-orbiting MetOp-B weather satellite was launched on a Soyuz rocket from Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan 🌍🛰️ www.esa.int/Applications... @esaearth.esa.int @eumetsat.int @esa.int
The rocket carrying the MetOp-B satellite lifts off into the night sky. The flames from the boosters can be clearly seen as the vehicle leaves the ground.MetOp-B's gold-insulation covered Payload Module being lowered into ESA ESTEC's Large Space Simulator in preparation for 17 days of thermal vacuum testing.
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 17/09/2026
⏰ Coming to the EUMETSAT Conference next week? Don't miss the Innovation Cafe on day 1! On 21 Sept we'll mark 40 years of EUMETSAT with talks, interactive sessions & networking. Join us: 📅 19:00, doors 18:30 📍 Darmstadt-Ost, HMZ Register here: bit.ly/4yzWwc6
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Stefan LUCIEN @stefanlucien.wsocial.eu · 16/09/2026
Les cicatrices des incendie de Saumos et Biscarosse (Gironde, ~42 000 ha) vu par MTG-I1 (Eumetsat) : entre le 21/07 et le 14/09, la cicatrice reste nette en FireTemp RGB, car le sol brûlé réfléchit moins l'infrarouge que la végétation. Visible depuis 36 000 km. #Copernicus @eumetsat.int
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 16/09/2026
This year's EUMETSAT Meteorological Satellite Conference starts next week! A number of sessions will be on the contribution and value of international partnerships, and we will be joined by some of the heads of our partner organisations. Explore the full programme at www.eumetsat.int/eumetsat-met...
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 16/09/2026
Captured by Meteosat-12 on 14 September, this image shows a vast plume of Saharan dust sweeping across the Atlantic Ocean. Lifted by strong surface winds, these particles travel thousands of kilometres. For full-resolution imagery and more info, visit our Image of the Week 👇 bit.ly/4j74Sm0
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EUMETSAT OSI SAF @osi-saf.eumetsat.int · 15/09/2026
The @eumetsat.int satellite conference is already coming up next week! An important delegation from our project team will take part in this event, presenting current and upcoming developments. More about our participations: osi-saf.eumetsat.int/community/st... Looking forward to meeting you!
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 16/09/2026
When the Vega-C rocket carrying #Copernicus Sentinel-3C lifted off from French Guiana, Meteosat-10 caught the action from space! 🔎 As it blasted through clouds, satellite instruments picked up a signal from the plume & engine heat, capturing distinct red pixels along the coast. 🚀🌍✨
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CNES @cnes.fr · 15/09/2026
✅ Succès pour #VV30 ! Cette nuit, #VegaC a placé Sentinel-3C et FLEX sur une orbite héliosynchrone à environ 810 km. 🌍 2 missions européennes pour mieux suivre les océans, le climat et la santé de la végétation. cnes.fr/communiques/... @esa.int @transport.esa.int @fr.esa.int @eumetsat.int #cnes
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Lancement réussi pour Vega-C, Sentinel-3C et Flex mis en orbite avec succès
Dans la nuit du 14 au 15 septembre, le lanceur Vega-C, opéré par Avio, a réussi sa mission depuis le Centre spatial guyanais en plaçant en orbite deux satellites européens d'observation de la Terre.
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 15/09/2026
What a night to remember!✨ 2 vital EO missions launched together as #Copernicus Sentinel-3C & ESA's FLEX lifted off aboard a Vega-C rocket from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana. We're proud to operate the Sentinel-3 family & deliver its vital data! 🛰️ Which one is your favorite? 🤩
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Thales Alenia Space @thalesaleniaspace.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Two environmental monitoring satellites, Copernicus Sentinel-3C and Earth Explorer FLEX, have successfully been launched earlier today from Europe’s spaceport, in French Guiana! 🚀 👉 shorturl.at/jrjok @esa.int @ec.europa.eu @eumetsat.int
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EUMETSAT @eumetsat.int · 15/09/2026
Launch success for #Copernicus Sentinel-3C! 🚀 📡 Signal acquired & solar array deployed - it's officially power positive! 🛰️✨ Congratulations to all partners, Sentinel-3 is a remarkable European achievement. We can't wait to operate -3C alongside -3A & -3B! 👏 Read full press release: bit.ly/4xncbcI
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