B1.1 Committee on Earth Observation Satellites in 2024: Climate and Biodiversity in Focus

Hironori MAEJIMA

Director, Satellite Applications and Operations Center (SAOC), Space Technology Directorate, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)

Japan

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CEOS ensures international coordination of civil space-based Earth observation programmes and promotes exchange of data to optimize societal benefit and inform decision-making for a prosperous and sustainable future for humankind. Commemorating its 40th year in 2024, CEOS today consists of 34 Members and 30 Associates and substantively advances space-based Earth observation efforts that no one country can do alone. As the challenges affecting the planet become more pronounced, more frequent, and more acute, this international cooperation continues to elevate societal benefits at multiple scales. The CEOS Strategic Implementation Chair from the Japan Aerospace Exploration (JAXA) will highlight the key initiatives undertaken in 2024 around two main priorities Climate and Biodiversity.