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Learn how to access ESA's EO data with these guides describing the different methods and request types.
Easy visualisation of Earth observation data with new HEDAVI tool modes
25 June 2024
The Discover mode in HEDAVI showcases the usefulness of Earth Observation (EO) data in a variety of applications through a list of case-studies—so-called “stories”. The first new feature allows users to share links to the stories in HEDAVI. The second new feature allows them to export any image of a case-study from the Discover mode to the Explorer mode.
How to access campaign data distributed by ESA
16 Apr 2024
Access to datasets from ESA’s Campaigns are openly available following submission of a Data Access Request.
HEDAVI Discover: a step-by-step guide
27 Mar 2024
The Heritage Data Visualisation tool (HEDAVI) is a platform developed by the French Science Consulting for Earth Observation group, VisioTerra, which allows users to freely access over 40 years of ESA Earth Observation Heritage data, Third Party Missions and some Copernicus data.
How to submit a Final Report following a Project Proposal
19 Dec 2023
This guide outlines how to complete and submit a final report for a Project Proposal.
How to request additional data within a Project Proposal via progress report
19 Dec 2023
This guide outlines how to complete and submit a progress report in order to request a quota extension.
Quick guide to Announcement of Opportunity submission
22 Sept 2023
This infographic provides a quick guide to learn how to access data or participate in activities offered through ESA's Announcement of Opportunity mechanism.
How to access data advertised by an ESA Announcement of Opportunity
27 July 2023
This guide sets out how to request access to Earth observation data promoted through an ESA Announcement of Opportunity (AO).
Quick guide to Fast Registration submission
28 Feb 2023
Follow this quick guide to learn how to obtain access to datasets offered through ESA's Fast Registration mechanism.
How to access Earth observation data distributed by ESA - Fast Registration
1 Feb 2023
Researchers can quickly obtain datasets from ESA’s Third Party Missions and Heritage Missions on a free basis, by using the Fast Registration mechanism.
Quick guide to Data Service Request submission
19 Dec 2022
Follow this quick guide to learn how to submit a Data Service Request, which is required when applying for level zero (A)SAR data from ESA's European Remote Sensing satellites (ERS) and the Envisat mission.
How to request level zero radar data from ERS and Envisat
5 Dec 2022
To apply to use level zero (A)SAR radar data from ESA’s European Remote Sensing satellites (ERS-1 and ERS-2) and its Envisat mission for research purposes, you should prepare and submit an online form – called a Data Service Request – to put forward your proposed project to ESA for evaluation.
Quick guide to Project Proposal submission
8 Sept 2022
This infographic provides a quick guide to the Project Proposal submission process.
How to guide for submitting Project Proposals
13 May 2022
This detailed guide will show step-by-step how to submit a project proposal, in order to request access to restrained datasets, usually on-demand Third Party Mission products, distributed by ESA.
How to use ALOS PALSAR On The Fly
17 June 2020
The new ALOS PALSAR On-The-Fly processing and dissemination system now allows direct access to ESA’s ALOS PALSAR archive, without the need to interface with ESA’s Order Desk.