The forum is open to geo-science users and experts working in the field of geo-hazard risk assessment and management. This includes representatives from space agencies and value-adding industries, as well as Earth observation mission owners/operators and users such as risk management authorities, land planning and risk prevention service providers and infrastructure managers.
Invited speakers from national and international entities such as the GEO, the Institute of Geology of the China Earthquake Administration, the United States Geological Survey and the Italian Department of Civil Protection will participate in the meeting.
They will discuss their experience and ideas concerning the use of satellite Earth observation with the aim of contributing to the understanding, mitigation, preparedness and management of geophysical risks.