EOTEC DevNet | Site-Wide Activity https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/ Activity feed for the entire site. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 02:56:03 +0200 https://buddypress.org/?v=3.0.5 en-US 30 hourly 2 8c37a8844c2297930d5419a0eb57b509 EOTEC Secretariat posted an update in the group EOTEC DevNet Community: Dear EOTEC DevNet Community,The recap and resources from […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1213/ Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:32:42 +0200 Dear EOTEC DevNet Community,

The recap and resources from the July 2026 Regional Flood Working Group meet-ups are now available.

Across four regional sessions, we explored how Earth observation, hydrological modelling, operational forecasting systems, and local expertise can strengthen flash flood monitoring, early warning, and decision support.…

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]]> 0 2bed4bf10a444071c070a5dfcce3ec14 EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26584 Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:06:38 +0200
Recap & Resources: Flash Flood Monitoring and Early Warning Systems

EOTEC DevNet’s July 2026 Flood Working Group meet-ups explored how Earth observation, hydrological modelling, operational forecasting systems, and local expertise can strengthen flash flood monitoring, early…

]]> 629e28a09c95455e258ce922a1f99a0b EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26559 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:06:21 +0200
Opportunities Round-up: July 2

Our latest round-up features opportunities to advance your EO knowledge, connect to the community, contribute to Venezuela earthquake response, and much more. Share your event:…

]]> 4ef4f9a4711616437c8a1683a082b80c EOTEC Secretariat posted an update in the group Droughts: A new report, Improving Future U.S. Drought […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1195/ Thu, 02 Jul 2026 19:38:34 +0200 A new report, Improving Future U.S. Drought Assessment, examines how drought monitoring and assessment in the United States should evolve in response to climate change, changing drought patterns, and emerging technologies. The report proposes a new framework that combines Earth observations, climate data, impact information,…

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]]> 0 856fe669639e9dbc57817062edf7f510 EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26537 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:49:29 +0200
EO Capacity Building Needs Evolve in a Changing World

As Earth observation reaches new user communities and AI transforms how people learn and work, the expectations for EO capacity building are evolving, with users…

]]> e94a523fd92656d04162e84be7a73949 EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26539 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:47:42 +0200
Users Share Priorities for the Future of EO Capacity Building

What do Earth observation (EO) users see as the biggest challenges – and opportunities – for EO capacity building? Insights from more than 200 EO…

]]> e2efcd207a212829e49264327e43249a Erin Martin posted an update in the group EOTEC DevNet Community: This webinar will provide an overview of the NISAR […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1188/ Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:36:54 +0200 This webinar will provide an overview of the NISAR mission, including its science objectives, observation strategy, acquisition modes, and Level-1 through Level-3 product suite. It will also present early insights from the first 10 months in space, including spacecraft and instrument performance, calibration and validation progress, and…

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]]> 0 2afcdcbc2f4ece7500145ad58901f88f Erin Martin posted an update in the group EOTEC DevNet Community: We apologize for the recent spam posts that have appeared […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1180/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:08:02 +0200 We apologize for the recent spam posts that have appeared on the EOTEC DevNet member platform. We are actively implementing stronger security measures to prevent this from happening again and appreciate your patience as we make these improvements.

If you notice any suspicious posts or links, please do not click on them, Report them to the…

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]]> 0 493739f721b6b888287190a9f1a66e15 EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26505 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:58:51 +0200
Weekly Round-up: June 19

Check out the many incredible opportunities and resources available this week from the world of Earth observations! Share your event: eotecdevnet@gmail.com New items have a…

]]> 5fba9b79c34daefec350510b94195766 EOTEC Secretariat posted an update in the group EOTEC DevNet Community: Here's a friendly reminder on the CEOS WGCapD-EOTEC […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1168/ Mon, 15 Jun 2026 22:46:21 +0200 Here’s a friendly reminder on the CEOS WGCapD-EOTEC webinar this Wednesday on the evolving demand for EO skills and capacity building and how training providers are adapting to keep pace with changing user needs.

Join us 17 June 2026 (13:00–14:15 UTC) for an interactive discussion bringing together decision-makers, EO users, capacity-building…

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]]> 0 6fee1b7be7664bd9eec748c3f29ea4ac EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26474 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:36:23 +0200
Weekly Round-up: June 12

Stay up to date on upcoming training, conferences, webinars, and recent newsletters with this week’s EOTEC DevNet Round-up. Share your event: eotecdevnet@gmail.com New items have…

]]> 2d9be9bd5c109381be1a219e4c0b6320 EOTEC Secretariat posted an update in the group Climate Adaptation: Can economic growth and cleaner air go hand in hand? […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1161/ Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:28:46 +0200 Can economic growth and cleaner air go hand in hand? New research highlighted by the European Space Agency suggests the answer is yes, with nearly 80% of the world’s major urban areas improving prosperity while reducing air pollution. Using data from the Copernicus Sentinel-5P satellite, the study offers encouraging evidence that cities can…

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Cleaner air and prosperity can go hand in hand

For decades, economic growth and fossil-fuel consumption have been tightly intertwined. As cities have expanded, rising prosperity has often been accompanied by worsening air pollution. New research, however, suggests that this relationship is changing – and satellite data are helping … Continue reading

]]> 0 5ad131fca4f83a04521c3c02f1fd78d9 EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26440 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:55:03 +0200
July 8/9 Regional Flood WG Meet-ups: Progress on Flash Flood Management

Join us July 8/9 to hear experts share operational approaches from around the world — from innovations in early warning systems to regional and local assessment models that are helping protect…

]]> c190e14e8152a3ac71cd3084e20fd261 EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26420 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 21:10:11 +0200
Last Chance to Register: June 17 Webinar on Evolving User Needs

Webinar details: 17 June 2026 | 13:00–14:15 UTC | Register As governments, businesses, and communities increasingly rely on Earth observations (EO) to inform decisions, the…

]]> ff807b0d2dd65b37817d530e9791f6cc EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26415 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:33:10 +0200 0 00d49e514e9c8c0c5fdeba5139744ef9 EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26405 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:49:13 +0200
2026 GEO Symposium: EO Capacity Building Key to Earth Intelligence for All

New connections and renewed momentum for global collaboration were among the key outcomes of EOTEC DevNet’s participation in the 2026 Group on Earth Observations (GEO)…

]]> a103fe629ee4ac8536c4d18ad2648554 EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26391 Fri, 22 May 2026 20:45:09 +0200 0 65314a00e347fb22f6941da5daef06e2 EOTEC Secretariat posted an update in the group Floods: As artificial intelligence and machine learning […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1143/ Fri, 22 May 2026 10:22:22 +0200 As artificial intelligence and machine learning gain traction in flood forecasting, questions remain about how these technologies perform in real-world operations. A new study offers a direct comparison between AI-based models and an operational forecasting system used by the California Nevada River Forecast Center.

The findings suggest that…

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]]> 0 c60a16b771f80d70f904e3e0fefa6499 EOTEC Secretariat posted an update in the group CoP Asia/Oceania: More than 40 participants from around the world joined […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1142/ Wed, 20 May 2026 13:52:46 +0200 More than 40 participants from around the world joined in the Group on Earth Observations (GEO) Health Community of Practice and GEO Asia-Oceania special meeting April 14. The virtual gathering showcased ongoing Earth observation research applications related to novel environmental health approaches, agricultural and food security monitoring,…

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Special Edition of the GEO Health Community of Practice: AOGEO — GEO Health CoP

The Group on Earth Observations (GEO) Health Community of Practice is pleased to host the next community teleconference on Tuesday, April 14 from 8:00AM-9:30AM EDT (GMT-4). This teleconference will offer 4-minute flash talks on ongoing research applications that integrate Earth … Continue reading

]]> 0 5289c57951a75169335401a66d0e1cd1 EOTEC Secretariat posted an update in the group CoP Americas: A new World Meteorological Organization assessment paints […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1140/ Tue, 19 May 2026 15:28:43 +0200 A new World Meteorological Organization assessment paints a stark picture of climate change across Latin America and the Caribbean, where 2025 brought extreme heat, drought, storms, glacier loss, and rising seas with major consequences for communities and economies.

The report, State of the Climate in Latin America and the Caribbean 2025,…

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State of the Climate in Latin America and the Caribbean 2025

The signs of a changing climate are unmistakable across Latin America and the Caribbean, from accelerating glacier loss and rising sea levels to extreme heat, floods and drought. These are the central findings of the WMO State of the Climate … Continue reading

]]> 0 a981d7ec44503c3b12b4835ed4b746f9 EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26377 Fri, 15 May 2026 19:54:43 +0200 0 07b1fc68c4e314475cb9d372bb8ebb5d EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26359 Fri, 08 May 2026 14:08:35 +0200 0 ebc612ccc5dcbed94b54446eecd0a0ab EOTEC Secretariat posted an update in the group CoP Africa: Here's an EUMETSAT update on progress in establishing […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1120/ Thu, 07 May 2026 15:12:16 +0200 Here’s an EUMETSAT update on progress in establishing the African Meteorological Satellite Applications Facility:

“EUMETSAT has reached an important milestone in the Strengthening Early Warning in Africa (SEWA) project under the Africa-EU Space Partnership Programme (AESPP): the Technical Assistance Service supporting the African…

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EUMETSAT | LinkedIn

EUMETSAT | 62,604 followers on LinkedIn. European Organisation for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites. Monitoring weather and climate since 1986. | EUMETSAT is the European operational satellite agency for monitoring weather, climate and the environment from space. We operate a … Continue reading

]]> 0 d6078850f19a691826430bc0c294699b EOTEC Secretariat posted an update in the group EOTEC DevNet Community: Applications are now open for the 11th Annual […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1119/ Tue, 05 May 2026 18:03:34 +0200 Applications are now open for the 11th Annual UN Platform for Space-based Information for Disaster Management and Emergency Response (UN-SPIDER) Conference, including the UN-SPIDER Training Programme.

UN-SPIDER can cover travel for a limited number of participants from developing nations.

Check Item 5 on this page to learn more.

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UN Platform for Space-based Information for Disaster Management and Emergency Response (UN-SPIDER) | LinkedIn

UN Platform for Space-based Information for Disaster Management and Emergency Response (UN-SPIDER) | 4,736 followers on LinkedIn. UN-SPIDER: Space-based information to support the full disaster management cycle | In its resolution 61/110 of 14 December 2006 the United Nations General … Continue reading

]]> 0 25d19903fd095ee2f9566e59c0a16d24 EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26343 Mon, 04 May 2026 18:25:48 +0200
Weekly Round-up: May 4

⏰We’re a day late this week — but the updates are still fresh!  From deadlines to #EOtraining and events, find what you need in our…

]]> ecccaa8b009807193be6ea0858f29364 EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26321 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:57:06 +0200
Strengthening Drought Resilience Through Collaboration

Insights from the April 2026 EOTEC Regional Meet-ups In April, the EOTEC DevNet community came together across Africa, the Americas, Asia-Oceania, and Europe for the…

]]> d473a639e6e891c8bbb2750cf246a21f EOTEC Secretariat posted an update in the group Floods: We at EOTEC are reading the articles linked […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1105/ Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:31:17 +0200 We at EOTEC are reading the articles linked below, co-authored by EOTEC community members and friends, on the effectiveness of current flood tools. What’s your opinion? Share in the comment section below.

Summary: As climate change increases the frequency and intensity of flooding, it’s becoming increasingly important to monitor and predict…

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]]> 3 eaa3f50a4c349c84ace20378fbccf053 EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26298 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:45:07 +0200
🎉Celebrating EOTEC DevNet: 5 Years of Collaboration Across the EO Community🎉

In 2021, global EO capacity building providers committed to a simple idea: collaborate more to leverage resources and maximize impact.  Today, that commitment has grown…

]]> 8ab81790d6dfe7fc33fea883e279827a EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26289 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:01:39 +0200
Weekly Round-up: April 24

Let’s get right to it – EOTEC’s weekly round-up of deadlines, #EOtraining and other opportunities! New items have a ⭐!  Share your event: secretariat@eotecdev.net. 📅…

]]> a4d19c71e1906490896a4a434f76bc8a EOTEC Secretariat posted an update in the group EOTEC DevNet Community: Over 22–23 April, our regional drought community will come […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1099/ Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:57:07 +0200 Over 22–23 April, our regional drought community will come together again for the third round of EOTEC DevNet Drought Working Group meetings.

These sessions are a chance to hear from experts, discover new initiatives, and exchange on how Earth Observation (EO) is supporting drought monitoring, early warning, and response in different regional…

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]]> 0 02e564d3b33cec147cca78aacc38bf84 EOTEC Secretariat posted an update in the group Floods: NASA is now providing more resources to support […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1096/ Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:02:21 +0200 NASA is now providing more resources to support flood management: enhanced MODIS and VIIRS near real-time flood products and the release of a 23-year archive.

The enhancement to MODIS and VIIRS near real-time (NRT) flood products enables more nuanced views of flooding events, enabling users to distinguish between unusual flooding and…

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]]> 0 052498d9ed23faa9510e9ff1abb41bc9 EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26251 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:49:36 +0200
Weekly Round-up: April 17

Here it is – the April 17 weekly round-up! New items have a ⭐!  Share your event: secretariat@eotecdev.net. Editor’s choice: 22/23 April. EOTEC DevNet Regional Drought…

]]> dd9da917aa85f364c87f7c7eb9516993 EOTEC Secretariat posted an update in the group EOTEC DevNet Community: The IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society (GRSS) is […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1093/ Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:58:42 +0200 The IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society (GRSS) is now accepting nominations for its Distinguished Lecturers (DL) program, with submissions due by 1 July 2026. Nominations may be submitted by any GRSS member, including self-nominations.

The Distinguished Lecturers program provides GRSS chapters worldwide with access to presentations…

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]]> 0 83cb40e8d542b084d9ed674cd49bc827 Albert Kettner posted an update in the group Floods: Dear colleagues,EM-DAT, the world’s leading global […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1089/ Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:45:16 +0200 Dear colleagues,

EM-DAT, the world’s leading global disaster database maintained by UCLouvain’s Centre for Research on the Epidemiology of Disasters (CRED), is at risk of shutting down following the loss of USAID funding (https://www.emdat.be/).

For more than 30 years, EM-DAT has served as a foundational dataset supporting thousands of…

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]]> 2 aaaa9e8f09c41e5849c51f4ec92456ec CM BHATT posted an update in the group Floods: This study by Bhatt et.a.l., 2026 aims to evaluate […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1083/ Tue, 14 Apr 2026 06:50:24 +0200 This study by Bhatt et.a.l., 2026 aims to evaluate the potential of the newly launched Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) mission for assessing flood dynamics during the 2024 Ganges floods in North Bihar, India. As one of the first studies to utilize SWOT data for flood analysis in the Indian subcontinent, this study focuses on…

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]]> 1 f0c9a5a2ae6d7123e2c4d18e825f877d EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26190 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 21:30:11 +0200
Weekly Round-up: April 10

In the fast-evolving EO landscape, you have to keep your skills sharp and stay on top of the trends. From new learning opportunities to upcoming…

]]> eb1e0feac8d55421f60d7e4706f08b50 EOTEC Secretariat posted an update in the group Floods: As reported on Prevention Web: New research shows how […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1075/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:48:29 +0200 As reported on Prevention Web:

New research shows how the combination of extreme climate events, sea-level rise and land subsidence could create larger and deeper floods in coastal cities in future.

The study focused on Shanghai, in China, which is threatened with flooding by large and strong typhoons, or tropical storms, producing storm surge…

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]]> 0 5868c7792a01df947d7d3f416b204e36 EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26171 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:28:19 +0200 0 d613be342e3f5b21aca46e9c94e1f639 EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26166 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:16:05 +0200 0 0ad42bcdcdc444f77afc8a8508118f7e EOTEC Secretariat posted an update in the group CoP Americas: The 50 Under 50 Award, a joint initiative of the […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1067/ Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:48:32 +0200 The 50 Under 50 Award, a joint initiative of the Geological Society of America (GSA), the Geological Association of Canada (GAC), and the Sociedad Geológica Mexicana (SGM), will recognize impactful geoscientists across North America whose work is shaping the future of Earth science.

Up to 50 geoscientists under the age of 50 will be…

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]]> 0 468f85cf414626ac3008ae4cc00af31d EOTEC Secretariat posted an update in the group Droughts: Thanks to Luca Brocca, EOTEC's Europe Flood Working […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1066/ Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:45:49 +0200 Thanks to Luca Brocca, EOTEC’s Europe Flood Working Group Lead, for sharing info about a new article on CEMS river discharge forecasts.

The study shows their operational value for global seasonal hydrological drought forecasting, with lead times of up to six months and clear added value beyond monitoring alone.

Why does this matter? The…

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New Publication on Seasonal Drought Forecasts

CEMS river discharge forecasts can be used for reliable seasonal hydrological drought forecasting, supporting proactive drought risk management.

]]> 0 b3d0ec2865eb33b19ad35f1ca1ea9569 EOTEC Secretariat posted an update in the group EOTEC DevNet Community: A critical factor in enabling interoperability is a […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1060/ Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:09:15 +0200 A critical factor in enabling interoperability is a shared language. Without consistent terms, definitions, and relationships, EO data from different sources cannot be easily integrated.

The Committee on Earth Observation Satellites (CEOS) recently shared a new paper, Lost in Translation: The Need for Common Vocabularies and an…

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]]> 0 ff611bdeadbe1f2f55d76121299d3140 EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26107 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:06:37 +0100 0 5142f17452eef8c1e3c7a62090159d2c EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26091 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:14:31 +0100
EO Training in 2026: Insights from 4 Regions, 15 Providers

In March 2026, the EOTEC DevNet community came together across Africa, the Americas, Asia-Oceania, and Europe for Community of Practice (CoP) meet-ups to review 2026 training plans.

]]> 19df4f2fc796ff8a85fca0ab26455353 EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26083 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:11:05 +0100
April 22/23 Drought Meet-ups: A Wealth of Global and Regional Experience

Experts, training providers, and practitioners convene to explore innovations in drought management.

]]> c1ebdd3cd45c662a1fb7b662a103b0b1 EOTEC Secretariat posted an update in the group CoP Africa: In 2026, the African Earth observation community returns […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1050/ Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:25:01 +0100 In 2026, the African Earth observation community returns to where it all began: the 15th African Association of Remote Sensing of the Environment (AARSE) Conference will be hosted at the University of Zimbabwe on October 26-30, 2026.

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  • Theme: Smart Earth, Smart Africa: Harnessing Space Technologies for a Resilient and Sustainable…

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]]> 0 e28f826f20aa4e14ebaf8a98c2a1ae8b EOTEC Secretariat posted an update in the group CoP Asia/Oceania: New insights from United Nations ESCAP highlight […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1049/ Mon, 23 Mar 2026 20:47:13 +0100 New insights from United Nations ESCAP highlight how geospatial innovations are helping close critical water data gaps across Asia and the Pacific.

The article explores how satellite data, AI, and digital mapping are transforming fragmented information into actionable insights—supporting stronger water management, more resilient infrastructure,…

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]]> 0 7afd21d567dd994914989282d2f1c4ba EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=26070 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:10:50 +0100 0 f0cc821cf9ca28a3e8f32768edbb84b6 EOTEC Secretariat posted a new post. https://eotecdev.net/?p=25997 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:02:09 +0100 0 784e98bd4192f8ee4648796ea51e8752 Martyna Stelmaszczuk-Górska posted an update in the group Droughts: The UNCCD Community of Learning and Practice (CLP) […] https://eotecdev.net/my-feed/p/1038/ Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:02:51 +0100 The UNCCD Community of Learning and Practice (CLP) is hosting a webinar on proactive drought risk management in the Northern Mediterranean, bringing together experts to discuss monitoring systems, policies, and practical experiences.

📅 23 March 2026 | 14:00 CET

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UNCCD Community of Practice Webinar | Beyond Drought Crisis: Building Proactive Risk Management in the Northern Mediterranean – GWPO-GWP

UNCCD Community of Practice Webinar | Beyond Drought Crisis: Building Proactive Risk Management in the Northern Mediterranean – GWPO-GWP

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