EGU open letter to European policymakers 30 May 2012 The EGU recently wrote to J. M. Barroso (President of the European Commission), M. Schultz (President of the European Parliament), M. Østergaard (Presidency of the EU Council), and other policymakers regarding the loss of Envisat and the potential launch delay of the Sentinel satellites. The letter highlights the importance of environmental satellites and urges all parties to come to an agreement to allow the prompt launch of Envisat’s follow-on missions. Read more
Short report on 2012 General Assembly Press Centre activities 16 May 2012 This year’s General Assembly, with over 13,500 presentations and more than 11,200 participating scientists, was one of the most successful to date. In addition to its scientific achievements, the conference also saw keen media participation and reporting. Read more
Research on Flood Resilience and Europe: achievements and future 3 May 2012 The extent and consequences of recent flood events in Europe and worldwide showed that the existing flood defence structures do not guarantee a sufficient protection level for people and properties. Considering the uncertainty of future conditions shaped by main drivers of urban development such as climate change, and rapid urbanization the situation is getting even more severe. Read more
8th EGU Alexander von Humboldt International Conference 30 April 2012 This year, the conference is on Natural Disasters, Global Change, and the Preservation of World Heritage Sites, and will be held in Cusco, Peru, from November 12–16, 2012. The meeting is jointly organized by Universidad Nacional de San Antonio Abab del Cusco (UNSAAC), Facultad de Ingenieria Civil and the European Geosciences Union (EGU). Read more
