SCO Call for projects 2025

Published on 30/08/2024

The Space for Climate Observatory (SCO) is thrilled to announce its latest Call for Proposals, inviting innovative minds and organizations to join us in transforming the landscape of climate action. This is your chance to be part of a global movement that leverages the power of Earth Observation (EO) data to develop operational tools addressing the urgent challenges of climate change and create a powerful combination with valuable in situ data.

SCO projects related to ocean issues are particularly welcome in the run-up to the United Nations Conference on the Oceans (UNOC) in June 2025. This mosaic shows Sentinel-2 and Pleiades images.

At SCO, we recognize the untapped potential of satellite data and its ability to drive tangible change. We are seeking visionary partners from industry, public entities, and scientific institutes to collaborate with us in creating operational tools that make a real difference in climate monitoring, mitigation, and adaptation. Together, we can bridge the gap between data and end-users, empowering local decision-makers and the wider public to take informed actions.

By participating in this call, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of climate-related policies. Whether you specialize in agriculture, healthcare, land occupancy, severe weather events, carbon sequestration, energy, natural disasters, water resource management, biodiversity, or any other relevant field, we invite you to submit your proposals that align with our mission.

In June 2025, the United Nations Conference on the Oceans (UNOC) will be held in Nice, France. SCO projects relating to the oceans and coasts and, more generally, to SDG14 will be particularly highlighted.

Mandatory criteria for the proposals include:

Alignment with local needs: Demonstrating a clear understanding of the specific requirements and challenges faced by local communities and decision-makers.
Integration of satellite data: Utilizing EO data to provide actionable insights and solutions that contribute to climate monitoring, mitigation, and adaptation efforts.
Collaboration and partnership: Fostering cross-sector collaboration, involving scientists, space sector players, civil society, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure comprehensive and impactful outcomes.
Scalability and replicability: Designing tools and models that can be scaled to national and local levels, enabling widespread adoption and customization to meet diverse requirements.
Provide the digital solution in the form of a webGIS.

The selected projects will become part of SCO's ambitious portfolio, gaining access to a vast network of more than 400 institutions worldwide. This initiative fosters research, innovation, and social spin-offs, propelling your project towards success and amplifying its impact on a global stage.

For more information

Please visit the FAQ where you can find the full set of selection criteria, the description of the selection process and funding opportunities that is country dependent.

To submit

Please, download the application form below. Submit your proposals to sco_secretariat@cnes.fr and be at the forefront of the movement towards a resilient future. Rest assured, all applications are treated with strict confidentiality.

Project Form Call 2025 SCO International - PROJECT NAME.docx

For any inquiries, reach out to the SCO Secretariat at sco_secretariat@cnes.fr

👉🇫🇷 For French partners, please follow this link.

Timeline

September 1st, 2024: Call for projects opens, providing you with an opportunity to submit your project proposal.
November 17th, 2024: Call for projects closes, marking the deadline for submitting your proposals.
March 2025: Announcement of SCO-accredited projects for 2025, celebrating successful projects that have been granted SCO accreditation