Space Application

Space Application for Disaster Management: “What can be done with space technology, and how?”

The Space Application section is the branch of the portal where fast and efficient access to space-based information is made available. It contains information on available space-based products and services, on their application, sources, access options and procurement procedures. It is worth noting that this information covers the full disaster management cycle, all earth-directed space technology, and all types of major natural or man-made disasters.

The Space Application section further provides an overview of relevant organizational frameworks such as the UN-SPIDER SpaceAid Framework and the mechanism of the International Charter Space and Major Disasters. The understanding of these frameworks, mechanisms, procedures and workflows is a prerequisite to bringing technological assets to bear on disaster management to the best possible effect.

Furthermore, the user finds guidance on space applications and how disaster management can benefit from them. This information can be retrieved through the Space Application Matrix. Guides and case reports outlining the underlying principles, methodical workflows and best practices, advantages, restrictions, and accessibility of data and services are offered in order to inform the user and to support his decision making.