The European Space Agency (ESA) is Europe’s gateway to space. Its mission is to shape the development of Europe’s space capability and ensure that investment in space continues to deliver benefits to the citizens of Europe and the world.
Find out more about space activities in our 23 Member States, and understand how ESA works together with their national agencies, institutions and organisations.
Exploring our Solar System and unlocking the secrets of the Universe
Go to topicProtecting life and infrastructure on Earth and in orbit
Go to topicUsing space to benefit citizens and meet future challenges on Earth
Go to topicMaking space accessible and developing the technologies for the future
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Using satellites to scan Earth's surface reveals a plethora of information that is difficult or impossible to see from the ground. From their vantage point high above us, satellites can collect data on the land, ocean and ice caps to monitor the changing environment and support responses to natural disasters.
Find out more about how space can be used to monitor Earth's surface in our dedicated Discovery & Preparation 'In Focus' article.