The Living Planet Symposia bring together scientists and researchers from all over the world to present and discuss the latest findings on Earth science and advances in Earth observation technologies. Moreover, these extraordinary events also offer unique forums for decision-makers to be better equipped with information, for partnerships to be forged and formalised, for space industries to join the conversation, for students to learn, and for all to explore the concepts of New Space such as the digital transformation and commercialisation.

Living Planet Symposium 2022, which is being organised with the support of the German Aerospace Center DLR, will focus on initiatives addressing the role of Earth observation in Europe’s Green Deal and global climate change, and challenges such as sustainable development and food security, as well as novel Earth observing techniques.

Importantly, however, this renowned event is not just restricted to scientists, but encourages members of academia, industry, institutional stakeholders as well as citizens to participate.

This holistic approach means that along with the scientific sessions, the 2022 Living Planet Symposium will include agora gatherings, networking events, education activities, communication and outreach possibilities.

Five main themes have been identified for the 2022 event: understanding Earth systems, advance future technology, nurture public and private partnerships, enable Earth observation digital transformation and empower the green transition.

An extremely rich programme is being defined and ESA calls for the valuable contributions of the community to make this upcoming symposium a success.

Following the call for sessions, which took place during the summer, a preliminary list of sessions is now available, and you are invited to find a sweet spot where your research could be best presented.

The call for abstracts is open until 26 November 2021.

Discover more about the Living Planet Symposium 2022.