context. â Extract additional benefit from Copernicus/EO and other data using big data analytics. â Integration of c
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Session 1 – Earth observation
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Copernicus architecture
6 services use Earth Observation data to deliver … Sentinels
Contributing missions
Contributing missions
In situ observations
…added-value products Space
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Continuity until 2030 S1A
S2A
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Successful S1B launch 25 April 2016
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6 operational Services Monitoring the State of the Earth System Environment …
… cross-cutting Thematic Services
= operational = in ramp up
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H2020 Space Specific Programme
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Enabling European competitiveness, non-dependence and innovation of the European space sector
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Enabling advances in space technologies
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Enabling the exploitation of space data
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Enabling European research in support of international space partnerships
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The application of space technologies shall be supported through the respective specific objectives of the priority "Societal challenges", where appropriate
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Stakeholder feedback 1/2
EO activities should be reinforced and focused on Copernicus
Widening the use of Copernicus data and information
Improve data access and dissemination systems in order to handle big data delivered by Copernicus, with a focus on machine-to-machine data processing and algorithm production
Improve space data fusion techniques
Improve techniques for combination of data from different sources (in situ, airborne, drones…)
Market uptake and downstream applications
Develop services and applications targetting mass markets, considering national and regional user needs
Favour end-to-end demonstration of Copernicus applications involving local actors and regional communities (both public and private)
Further improve interfaces between Copernicus services and downstream services Space
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Copernicus evolution Services
Definition and demonstration of new services based on new user needs analysis (e.g. emergency management, Humanitarian services, Greenhouse gases, agriculture, …)
Research and innovation needs of current Copernicus services
Mission
Complementarity with low-cost space platforms (constellations of small satellites)
R&D for multi-sensor missions
New mission concepts (e.g. Greenhouse gases monitoring, environmental monitoring, hydrology, polar)
General aspects
Limit oversubscription by focusing calls for proposals on specific services
More coordination with ESA to avoid duplication
Innovation procurement, access to finance
Support to start ups and SMEs Space
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Introduction – Panel topics for discussion 1.1 Widening the use Copernicus data and information How to foster data exploitation, in order to increase the use of Copernicus and EO in multiple domains. 1.2 Market uptake What measures to stimulate market uptake, via a greater involvement of SMEs and end users. 1.3 Copernicus evolution Scope of evolution to be covered
Establish processes to detail new missions and services
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Introduction – General aspects relating to all three panels Socio-economic benefits of Copernicus can only be achieved if there is strong engagement with the downstream sector Because of their agility and faster access to market information, businesses are well placed to use Copernicus to:
Deliver highly tailored, innovative and sustainable applications
Bring the benefits of Copernicus to new users, communities and sectors
Commercially exploit products and services in international markets
Downstream actors are thus a fundamental link between Copernicus and its end users Create a virtuous path from observation to the desk of the decision makers based on quality science H2020 could significantly strengthen that link, with greater involvement of
SMEs and start-ups
End users (e.g. national or regional authorities, insurance, agriculture, renewable energy production…) Space
Panel 1.1: Widening the use of Copernicus data
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Objectives A focus on innovation with a quick path to market Demonstrated involvement of new customers Integrate EO data into non-space markets Innovative application environments that facilitate the handling of EO data in a big data context Extract additional benefit from Copernicus/EO and other data using big data analytics
Integration of contributors such as IoT, sensorwebs, UAV and/or other space and nonspace data Build on the improved data access, dissemination systems and related services to use state-of-the-art ICT platforms (Data & Information Access Services)
Engagement with existing and emerging content delivery channels e.g. In-Car Information systems, Health Platforms Active engagement with
R&D efforts to continually feed the innovation process
the collection of user requirements Space
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Discussion
1. Regarding the strategic placement of the initiative: do you see any gaps in "coverage" along the value chain given the key objectives proposed? 2. From the key objectives listed on the previous slide, where would you see the most challenging elements for potential applicants? 3. Where do you see the opportunities for complementarity or risks of overlap with other (e.g. national or nationally supported multinational) initiatives?
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Panel 1.2: Market uptake
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Approach Market-driven All projects should demonstrate a clear user engagement and a sustainable business model Tools A "traditional" applications approach A dedicated pool for space applications in the SME instrument
Innovation procurement (PCP, PPI) to foster public demand, ensure a strong link with users and increase the sustainability of the project An equity facility to improve access to finance for downstream SMEs and start-ups Synergies
To the maximum extent possible, projects should use the forthcoming new Copernicus data access service Thematic focus to identify specific "pathfinder" domains or minimum size of the domain in order to make sure not to miss the low hanging fruits and not to disperse the scarce resources in exotic niche applications. Space
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Discussion
1. What relative weight would you give to the actions presented in the list?
2. Which kind of awareness initiatives should the Commission launch to increase the readiness of the community for these H2020 2018-2020 actions? How can we reach out to new communities (e.g. ICT, start-ups…)? 3. In your opinion, how could the Commission check that a research project has a clear plan to ensure sustainability, with wellidentified users/customers?
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Panel 1.3: Copernicus evolution
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Principles Certain processes should be followed to help detail the next generation of services and satellites: how can H2020 play a role in this process?
The European Commission and the Member States should work together in setting priorities Space Agencies, industry and users should work together for R&D to fit these priorities
New projects should demonstrate interest from a wide range of users (raises a question: how can this be ensured?) Preparatory studies could be launched to investigate:
Alternative technologies (e.g. UAVs, small sats, in situ measurements)
Cost/benefit analysis (e.g. "buy or build" options)
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Discussion Given the context of Copernicus Evolution in "Horizon 2020 Space" •
Definition of end to end concepts for Space EO mission
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Advancing EO Space data processing chains
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Bringing methodologies for Copernicus services to operational maturity
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Stimulating IT developments for EO service delivery and dissemination
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Collecting and refining user requirements for next generation missions/services
Discussion questions 1. How should priorities set out of Copernicus operational service context be implemented? Should the Commission be more prescriptive in specifications? Should procurement be used rather than grants?
2. How can industry be better prepared for participating in Copernicus evolution through these H2020 calls? 3. How should the maturity of results for operational transition be proven in H2020 projects? 4. How can international cooperation aid the evolution of Copernicus? Space
