PEFC and EUSPA join forces to advance EO and Copernicus solutions for sustainable forestry
On 7th November, EUSPA hosted an online workshop in collaboration with PEFC to showcase how EU Space data, particularly Copernicus , can support sustainable forestry practices. The event brought together a diverse group of participants from PEFC’s global network, alongside 11 key EU Earth Observation (EO) service providers who presented innovative solutions to address some of the most pressing challenges within the forestry sector.
Ahead of the workshop, EUSPA and PEFC identified key areas in which EO can play a major role, such as carbon accounting, and deforestation assessment. During the event, the EO companies demonstrated the capabilities of Copernicus and EO-based services over a set of Forestry plots, to highlight how EO tools can tackle these challenges in real-world scenarios.
The workshop also provided an interactive space for discussion. Through dedicated Q&A sessions and a panel discussion, participants had the opportunity to engage directly with the EO providers, exploring the details of their solutions. The exchange of ideas allowed insights into emerging trends in the forestry sector, as well as discussions on future applications of EO to support long-term sustainability goals.
A key takeaway from the event was the demonstrated potential of EO in addressing critical forestry challenges. Copernicus emerged as a powerful enabler of EO-based solutions, providing a robust foundation for analyses. These solutions can be further enhanced with in-situ data and higher-resolution imagery.
EUSPA is committed to continue supporting initiatives that harness the capabilities of Copernicus to drive innovation, foster transparency, and promote sustainability in key sectors like forestry. The successful workshop was possible thanks to the involvement of PEFC, the EO service providers Airbus, Beetle ForTech, CollectiveCrunch, CoolX, EarthPulse, Föra, ForestRadar, GMV, Sitowise, Space4Good, and Telespazio, as well as all the participants.
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