Video library
Navigation through Sea-ice off Greenland
This video shows how Sentinel-1 data helps monitor sea ice around Greenland. Using satellite imagery, the Danish Meteorological Institute produces ice charts that guide ships navigating between Greenland’s villages and Europe. These insights help ensure safer maritime transport and support the functioning of Greenland’s economy.
Winter navigation in the Baltic
This video shows how radar satellite imagery supports winter navigation in the Baltic Sea. Using satellite data instead of helicopter observations, Finnish icebreakers can monitor sea ice conditions more effectively, even in poor weather and at night. This helps keep Finland’s ports open during winter and ensures the safe flow of vital maritime trade.
Water quality management in the Netherlands
This video shows how Sentinel-2 and Sentinel-3 data are used to monitor water quality in lakes across the Netherlands. By analysing satellite measurements, regional authorities such as the Noorderzijlvest water board can track changes in water bodies more effectively than with traditional sampling alone. Copernicus Sentinel data helps improve water management at lower cost, supporting biodiversity and the quality of life for citizens.
Oil spill in the Mediterranean
This video shows how Sentinel-1 data helps detect oil pollution in the Mediterranean Sea. Through the CleanSeaNet service operated by the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA), satellite imagery is used to identify potential oil slicks and alert national authorities such as SASEMAR in Spain and Transport Malta. By increasing the risk of detection, Copernicus Sentinel data helps deter illegal tank washing and protect marine ecosystems.
Forestry management in Sweden
This video shows how satellite data helps support sustainable forest management in Sweden. Using satellite-based clear-cut maps, the Swedish Forest Agency advises private forest owners on when to harvest and replant their forests. These insights promote best practices, helping increase timber reserves while preserving natural forest areas and supporting biodiversity and ecotourism.
Infrastructure monitoring in The Netherlands
This video shows how satellite data helps monitor ground subsidence in the Netherlands. By detecting areas where the ground is shifting, satellite imagery allows pipeline operators to identify high-risk zones where gas and water pipes may be damaged. This targeted approach improves maintenance planning, reduces risks for residents and ensures safer, more efficient infrastructure management.
Aquifer management in Spain
This video shows how Sentinel-1 data helps monitor groundwater overuse in Murcia, Spain. Using InSAR measurements, experts produce ground deformation maps that allow water authorities to track the impact of aquifer exploitation. These satellite insights support better decisions for sustainable water management and help protect ecosystems, agriculture and local communities.
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Farm management support in Denmark
This video shows how Sentinel-2 data helps farmers manage their crops more efficiently. Using satellite imagery processed every five days, the Danish company Fieldsense provides maps that reveal crop stress caused by pests, disease or irrigation issues. These insights help farmers target treatments, reduce chemical use and improve productivity.
Farm support management in Poland
This video shows how Sentinel-2 data supports precision agriculture in Poland. Through services like SatAgro, satellite imagery helps farmers apply fertilisers, water and pesticides more efficiently using Variable Rate Application techniques. By using Copernicus Sentinel data, farmers can increase productivity while reducing their environmental impact.
Flood management in Ireland
This video shows how Sentinel-1 data supported flood response in Ireland during the severe winter floods of 2015–2016. Through the Copernicus Emergency Management Service, satellite imagery was used to produce flood maps that helped authorities and responders assess the situation and coordinate relief efforts more effectively.
Highways management in Italy
This video shows how Sentinel-1 data helps monitor ground movement affecting roads and infrastructure in Italy. Using the Rheticus service, the Italian roads agency ANAS can detect subsidence and other shifts in the ground across the country. These insights support safer road design, infrastructure monitoring and more cost-effective maintenance planning.
Growing potatoes in Belgium
This video shows how Sentinel-2 data supports potato farming in Belgium. Through the WatchITgrow platform developed by VITO and partners, satellite imagery helps farmers optimise irrigation, chemical use and harvest timing. These insights improve efficiency across the sector while helping farmers adapt to challenges such as climate change and labour shortages.
Ground monitoring in Norway
This video shows how satellite data helps monitor ground instability in Norway. Through the InSAR Norway service developed by the Norwegian Geological Survey, authorities can detect land movement that may affect roads and infrastructure. These insights support safer road construction and help reduce risks from landslides and unstable terrain.
Grassland monitoring in Estonia
This video shows how Sentinel satellite data helps monitor grassland mowing in Estonia. Working with the Estonian Agricultural Registers and Information Board, the company KappaZeta developed a system that detects mowing remotely, replacing many on-site CAP compliance checks. Satellite monitoring enables authorities to oversee all registered grasslands more efficiently and ensure fair distribution of agricultural subsidies.
Water quality management in Germany
This video shows how Sentinel-2 and Sentinel-3 data help monitor water quality in lakes across Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Satellite measurements allow environmental authorities such as LUBW to assess many more water bodies than traditional sampling alone. These insights support better water management, reduce risks from harmful algal blooms and help protect the environment.
Making wine in France
This video shows how satellite data supports wine production in France. Through the Oenoview service, satellite imagery helps winegrowers decide when to harvest and how to manage their vineyards to improve grape quality. These insights help reduce costs, optimise fertiliser use and increase the value of wine production.