FAQ
What is the Group on Earth Observations (GEO)?
GEO is an intergovernmental organisation that improves the availability, access and use of Earth Intelligence for the benefit of society.
What is GEO's mission?
GEO's mission is to connect the demand for sound and timely environmental information with the supply of data and information about the Earth.
What kind of problems does GEO's work solve?
GEO addresses critical global challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, disaster risk management, sustainable agriculture, water resource sustainability, urban resilience and public health. By leveraging Earth observation data, GEO provides actionable insights and tools that help stakeholders make informed decisions to tackle these complex issues effectively.
What makes GEO unique?
GEO's uniqueness lies in its ability to act as a global convener, bringing together diverse actors from governments, research institutions, international organisations, the private sector and civil society. By fostering collaboration across sectors, GEO aligns different groups to address complex and interconnected global challenges. GEO's strength lies in bringing together these different actors to harness Earth intelligence to develop coordinated, innovative solutions that would not be possible without such a broad and inclusive partnership.
What are GEO's priorities?
GEO focuses on key areas including the Sustainable Development Goals, climate action, disaster risk reduction, and resilient cities and human settlements.
Who are GEO's partners?
GEO's partners include member governments, participating organisations, associates and private sector entities collaborating to advance the use of Earth Intelligence.
How can I get involved with GEO?
Governments, organisations and private sector can get involved with GEO by participating in various initiatives, contributing to the GEO Work Programme or collaborating through partnerships. Read more about who we work with and how to get involved.
What is the GEO Work Programme?
The GEO Work Programme outlines solutions of the GEO community to address global challenges through Earth observations.
How does GEO contribute to climate action?
GEO supports climate action by providing data and information that aid in understanding, mitigating and adapting to climate change impacts.
What is the GEO Knowledge Hub?
The GEO Knowledge Hub is a digital platform that provides access to Earth Intelligence applications, data and knowledge resources.
How can I access GEO's publications and resources?
GEO's publications and resources are available on their website under the “Resources” section, including strategic documents, country profiles and more. Alternatively, you can use the website’s search function.
Where can I find information about GEO news and events?
Information about upcoming events is available on the GEO website under the “Events” section, detailing conferences, forums and other engagements. News and blogs can be found under “Latest news”.