About Copernicus programme:
- It is the most ambitious Earth observation programme to date.
- It was previously known as the Global Monitoring for Environment and Security programme
- This initiative is headed by the European Commission (EC) in partnership with the European Space Agency (ESA).
- Objectives: It will provide accurate, timely and easily accessible information to improve the management of the environment, understand and mitigate the effects of climate change and ensure civil security.
- Services provided by Copernicus fall into 6 categories: Land management, the marine environment, the atmosphere, emergency response, security and climate change.
What is a Sentinel satellite?
- European Space Agency is developing a new family of satellites, called Sentinels, specifically for the operational needs of the Copernicus programme.
- The Sentinels will provide a unique set of observations, starting with the all-weather, day and night radar images.
