The Joint Research Centre (JRC) is the European Commission's science and knowledge service, providing independent scientific evidence to support EU policies, including those related to space. JRC contributes to the EU Space Programme, including Copernicus and IRIS², through technical analysis, mission requirement definition, and testing facilities. They are involved in Earth observation, disaster risk reduction using satellite data, and developing space economy statistics in partnership with organizations like ESA and Eurostat. JRC's activities encompass satellite navigation, space/terrestrial connectivity, and secure communications, fostering innovation and supporting the EU's role in the space sector.
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The European Commission Joint Research Centre’s MARS system integrates satellite data, ground observations, and weather models to produce agricultural yield forecasts.
The United Nations’ World Urbanization Prospects 2025 uses data from the Global Human Settlement Layer developed by the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre within Copernicus Emergency Management Service.
The Black Sea pilot involved Frontex, EUSPA, the Romanian Border Police, and technical support from the European Commission Joint Research Centre.
e-GEOS has been reconfirmed as head of the consortium that provides the Emergency Management Service (EMS) Rapid Mapping for the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre.