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[Partner Challenge] GDA Impact Stories from Space Challenge
[Partner Challenge] GDA Impact Stories from Space Challenge
ESA’s Global Development Assistance (GDA) programme is looking for concrete, documented examples of Earth observation (EO) at work in developing countries. We want to be inspired by real results: decisions improved, services delivered, risks reduced. NOTE: This is only a Partner Challenge Page, please submit your application to the main Challenge website.
NOTE: This is only a Partner Challenge Page, please submit your application to the main Challenge website.
Challenge Overview
How can satellite-based data make a difference on the ground?
ESA’s Global Development Assistance (GDA) programme is looking for concrete, documented examples of Earth observation (EO) at work in developing countries. We want to be inspired by real results: decisions improved, services delivered, risks reduced.
The strongest submissions will be promoted through GDA’s communication channels and considered for the GDA Impact Award.
The strongest submissions will be promoted through GDA’s communication channels and considered for the GDA Impact Award.
The 2026 edition launched in August 2026.
Submissions open at the end of September 2026 and close on 1 November 2026. Winners will be announced at the award ceremony in early December.
This year, entering is simpler: no separate registration. You register once, when you submit your impact story using the form below.