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๐ŸŒ Happy World Environment Day! Our planet is sending us clear signals. This year, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) asks: What signal are we going to send in return? As climate change reshapes our world, we have more tools than ever to understand risks, prepare for impacts, and build resilience. ๐Ÿ›ฐ๏ธAt UNOOSA, we work with partners around the world to harness space technology for climate action and disaster preparedness. Our UN-SPIDER programme helps countries use satellite data to strengthen disaster risk reduction, preparedness, early warning, response and recovery. ๐ŸŒŠOne example: a digital twin of Tobago island that we co-developed to support climate resilience in Small Island Developing States. This detailed 3D, satellite-powered model enables decision-makers to simulate flood scenarios before they occur, identify vulnerable areas and improve planning. By helping communities anticipate risks and act early, space-based tools can build resilience before disaster ...

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