Objective
The objective of the 2022 Workshop on Earth Observation for Ecosystem Accounting was to bring together experts in Earth Observation and experts in Ecosystem Accounting to jointly discuss the key challenges that need to be addressed in order to use Earth Observation in compiling national ecosystem accounts to support national policies.
The Workshop introduced the SEEA Ecosystem Accounting framework to the EO community, present on-going efforts to harness the potential of Earth Observations in ecosystem accounting, showcase, through open sessions, practical examples of EO applications for Ecosystem Accounting, and review the main challenges lying ahead for an effective use of Earth Observation in compiling national ecosystem accounts.
The workshop addressed the use of Earth Observation for ecosystem accounts in all realms, from terrestrial, freshwater, coastal to marine ecosystems.
The objective of the workshop was to reinforce the importance to join efforts to provide robust and cost-effective EO solutions that help countries develop and compile their ecosystem accounts.
Connected Event
The Workshop on Earth Observation for Ecosystem Accounting was organized the week prior to the seventh Forum of Experts on SEEA Ecosystem Accounting 2022 held by UNSD, and which will take place on 6 and 7 December 2022 (7:00-10:00am NY time), also in a virtual format.
The outcome of the workshop will be presented during the Forum of Experts on SEEA Ecosystem Accounting.