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National Centre for Earth Observation
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NCEO is a Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) research centre which specialises in Earth observation science.
As we start to wrap up 2025 at NCEO, we would like to wish our staff and followers a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year🎄

Our head office at Space Park Leicester will be closed from 22nd Dec- 5th Jan 2026!

Thank you for your continued support✨
December 18, 2025 at 2:48 PM
🌍 The Earth Observation Data Hub is turning satellite data into real-world impact!

Check out 3 new case studies showing how EODH supports research, business & government with actionable insights.

👉 Read more: tinyurl.com/mtx5jruu

#EarthObservation #Innovation #EOData

@space4climate.bsky.social
Earth Observation Data Hub: Supporting Innovation Across Research, Business, and Government - National Centre for Earth Observation
We’re pleased to share three new case studies for the Earth Observation Data Hub (EODH) that demonstrate the platform’s versatility and value across research, business, and government.
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December 18, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Congratulations to FSF the NERC Field Spectroscopy Facility @nercfsf.bsky.social managed by NCEO, for reaching a huge milestone: 1,000 equipment loans since 1994 and 30 years of supporting research🎉

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NERC Field Spectroscopy Facility Marks 1,000th Equipment Loan and 30 Years of Service - National Centre for Earth Observation
The NERC Field Spectroscopy Facility (FSF) – a “lending library” of advanced spectroscopic instruments managed by the National Centre for Earth Observation - has reached a major milestone: its 1,000th...
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December 11, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Delighted 🎉 to see the launch of the National Research Organisations Group @nro-group.bsky.social - 35 UK research agencies joining forces to strengthen science, innovation, and national priorities 🌍

👉 Read more: tinyurl.com/525fbycm

#EarthObservation #MakingResearchMatter #NROGroup
Research matters: NCEO welcomes the launch of National Research Organisations (NRO) UK as a member organisation. - National Centre for Earth Observation
NCEO welcomes the launch of National Research Organisations (NRO) UK as a member organisation, a new alliance of 35 leading UK research agencies and institutes dedicated to advancing science for the b...
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December 11, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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Great news from EarthCARE - another great success story for UK EO satellites & satellite data for informed action!

earth.esa.int/eogateway/mi...

#EarthCARE #ClimateSatellites #UKSatellites #ClimateData #SpaceTech

@esa.int @nceoscience.bsky.social @ukspaceagency.bsky.social
EarthCARE Data - Earth Online
Find out what data is available for the EarthCARE mission.
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December 9, 2025 at 5:13 PM
🌍Save the Date - UK EO Conference 2026 is coming to the University of Warwick on 15–17 Sept 2026!

Join researchers, industry, and government for 3 days of:
🎤 Keynotes | 📊 Presentations | 🛠️ Workshops | 🤝 Networking

Help shape the programme! 💡 Share your themes & workshop ideas: tinyurl.com/yc6nf885
UK Earth Observation Conference 2026 - Call for Themes and Workshops
This is an open call for session themes and workshop proposals for the UK EO Conference 2026. Our ambition for the conference is to broaden cross discipline and sector communication and collaboration...
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December 5, 2025 at 2:43 PM
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Have you seen the new @esa.int LinkedIn page for Earth Observation data users?
It has news & updates about ESA’s Earth Explorer satellites

@esaearth.esa.int @science.esa.int @annapurdue.bsky.social @nceoscience.bsky.social @metoffice.gov.uk

#EO #ESA #Satellites #EarthObservation #EarthExplorers
December 5, 2025 at 10:00 AM
We are proud to share that #SIAC, developed by NCEO researchers Dr Feng Yin & Prof Philip Lewis (UCL), delivered best overall performance in accuracy & uncertainty in a recent land study.

📄 Full paper: tinyurl.com/52jdz873
🌐 Learn more: tinyurl.com/3er9umfr

#EarthObservation #RemoteSensing
Atmospheric Correction Matters: How ACIX-III Improves Land Observations from Space - National Centre for Earth Observation
A recently published paper in Remote Sensing presents results from a new comparison of seven widely-used atmospheric processing schemes. Dr Feng Yin and Prof Philip Lewis, NCEO scientists at Universit...
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December 4, 2025 at 11:58 AM
🌍 Delighted to share @esa.int #Biomass Mission Update!

✅ IOC completed (20 Nov)
✅ Operational phase started (21 Nov)
✅ Open data access begins (12 Dec)

🔗 Details: ESA Biomass Data Portal: tinyurl.com/3npr9v85
📢 Workshop: Register here: eebiomass.org/workshops/

#ESA #BiomassMission #ClimateScience
Biomass Data - Earth Online
Find out what data are available for the Biomass mission.
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December 4, 2025 at 11:46 AM
#HydroGNSS is in orbit! 🚀

@esa.int first Scout mission, built in the UK by SSTL, will track soil moisture, flooding & ocean winds using GNSS signals.

NCEO Exec Director: “Great to see a UK-led, commercial satellite with academic support into orbit.”

👉 Read more: tinyurl.com/5n8fbx39
HydroGNSS: UK leads ESA’s first ‘Scout’ climate mission into orbit
The UK has taken a major step forward in space-based climate science with the successful launch of HydroGNSS, a new pair of satellites that will monitor the planet’s water cycle from space.
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December 4, 2025 at 11:39 AM
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It was an enriching experience to take part in #COP30 from within the Blue Zone as an @nceoscience.bsky.social and University of Leicester delegate. Thanks to Heiko, Frank, the Institute for Environmental Futures and @esa.int for organising the biomass-related events and supporting my participation!
November 27, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Job Opp: Lecturer in Earth Observation & AI – @universityofleeds.bsky.social

The School of Earth and Environment is looking for an enthusiastic & self-motivated academic to join their vibrant #EO community.

📅 Apply by Dec 10, 25

🔗Find out more/Apply: jobs.leeds.ac.uk/vacancy.aspx?ref=ENVEE1847
Job Opportunity at University of Leeds: Lecturer in Earth Observation and AI
Are you an experienced and ambitious academic looking for your next challenge? Do you have experience in applying satellite earth observation within atmospheric, climate, or environmental research? Do...
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November 27, 2025 at 1:24 PM
This #NationalTreeWeek, we’re excited to share insights from Professor Mathias Disney (NCEO & @ucl.ac.uk), a member of the GEOTrees scientific advisory board, on the first images captured by the #BIOMASS satellite.

#EarthObservation #SpaceScience #Deforestation #Carbonstocks #TreesMatter
November 27, 2025 at 10:52 AM
🌍Big news for Earth observation! Delighted that the @eumetsat.int Council has approved a new co-operation agreement with NCEO!

🚀This partnership brings frontier research in atmosphere, marine & hydrology to the heart of operational Earth Observation.

🔗 Read more: tinyurl.com/2k9e93ry
New international agreements to boost Earth observation collaboration
The EUMETSAT Council approves new and renewed agreements to strengthen collaboration.
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November 27, 2025 at 10:44 AM
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🚀 Coming up: stay tuned for our Ministerial Council #CM25 press conference at 12:00 GMT/13:00 CET to hear more about how we're charting a bold path for Europe’s future in space.

📺 watch.esa.int
November 27, 2025 at 10:06 AM
As 2nd week of #COP30 is well underway, we’re excited to share our new educational resources inspired by the #Biomass satellite mission - connecting space science with climate action.

✅ Download & share the resources: tinyurl.com/35sebekz

#COP30 #BiomassMission #ClimateAction #SpaceForEarth #STEM
Biomass Education Resources - National Centre for Earth Observation
Age 4–7/KS1  In this classroom activity, students think about ways in which different parts of a tree are useful.  They discuss why trees are important for us, other animals and plants. Finally,…
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November 18, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Last day to sign up for the UK #COP30 online event which takes place tomorrow 12th Nov - 11:30-13:30 GMT📅

More details can be found below:👇
We’re excited to showcase applications of climate and satellite EO data for successful climate action in the UK, join us on 12 Nov to get insights from both public sector & industry! Register: bit.ly/4haEDrV #COP30 #Space4Climate #ClimateAction
November 11, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Recent study led by NCEO scientists shows-Amazon rainforest’s capacity to absorb carbon is declining, due to rising drought and heat stress🌳

This #EarthInformationDay at #COP30, message is clear: we need stronger, faster, & more connected #EO data to guide real climate action📡

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Amazon’s Carbon Absorption Declines Amid Record CO₂ Rise - National Centre for Earth Observation
An urgent study, has revealed why global atmospheric CO2 levels rose dramatically in 2023 and rose at a record rate in 2024.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:46 AM
🌍 Yesterday at the 2025 CEOS Youth Summit, our Outreach Officer Catherine Fitzsimons chaired a global panel with experts from @ukspaceagency.bsky.social CSIRO & SANSA-engaging students from the UK and around the world in #EO discussions.

#CEOSYouthSummit #EarthObservation #YouthInSTEM
November 5, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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Register for the UK #COP30 Online Event
We’re excited to showcase applications of climate & satellite EO data for successful climate action in the UK.

Join us on 12 Nov for insights from public sector & industry! Register: bit.ly/4haEDrV
#COP30 #EO #ClimateAction
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October 31, 2025 at 3:26 PM
We’re excited to showcase applications of climate and satellite EO data for successful climate action in the UK, join us on 12 Nov to get insights from both public sector & industry! Register: bit.ly/4haEDrV #COP30 #Space4Climate #ClimateAction
October 29, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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As we prepare for the Arctic Circle #Assembly2025 we're highlighting NOC's Arctic work.

🌡️ The Arctic may be ice-free in summer by 2050, with global impacts. 🌍

Projects like CANARI focus on how this affects extreme weather and the UK. 🇬🇧🌦️

More on our Arctic projects here:
noc.ac.uk/science/arct...
October 15, 2025 at 3:24 PM
📸 More action from the #CarbonARA team - a @esa.int project led by Earth Observation & Wildfire Research Group and NCEO @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social

🌱 Scientists from the UK, Europe & Brazil are teaming up in the eastern Amazon to study carbon & climate.

🔗 climate.esa.int/en/supportin...
October 8, 2025 at 2:38 PM
What does it really mean to live in space? 🚀

This #WorldSpaceWeek, NCEO explores life beyond Earth — with insights from Tim Peake and shares links to #classroom #resources that can help to inspire future explorers and Earth scientists.

Read more → tinyurl.com/34dx35su

#SpaceScience #LivingInSpace
World Space Week - Exploring What It Means to Truly Live in Space - National Centre for Earth Observation
This year’s World Space Week (4–10 October) explores the theme Living in Space: “explor[ing] humanity’s journey toward making space a habitat, emphasising the innovative technologies, challenges, and ...
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October 7, 2025 at 10:42 AM