🛰 Today marks an important milestone for the Earth Observation community and for society as a whole with the successful launch of Sentinel-2C — the third satellite in the Sentinel-2 series, which has joined the Copernicus program! Launched aboard the final Vega rocket from French Guiana, Sentinel-2C will ensure the continued delivery of high-resolution optical imagery crucial for monitoring our planet's land, water, and atmospheric changes. This new satellite will bolster the Copernicus mission's capabilities, providing vital data to support agriculture, forestry, maritime monitoring, and disaster management, including floods and wildfires. By advancing our ability to assess environmental risks, Sentinel-2C empowers policymakers and stakeholders with tools to drive climate action and sustainable development. Read more about the launch here ⤵ https://lnkd.in/e4_A5kj4
Welcome to the Copernicus family, #Sentinel2 C. I was really lucky to witness this important launch, which is also the last launch for a Vega rocket, in person from Kourou: https://lnkd.in/dNGJnNYY This mission further confirms the role of Copernicus as a leading programme to contribute to climate change and environmental challenges worldwide, but also ensures the continuity of vital data to support agriculture, forestry, maritime monitoring, and for many other sectors. Together, we are solidifying Europe's commitment to a sustainable future, empowering decision-makers with the tools they need to protect our planet. 📸 European Space Agency - ESA / S.Corvaja