A new frontier for AI  

We’re celebrating the efforts of our 2024 AI research cycle by reflecting on what it takes to push the envelope in space research for Earth Systems. 

AI is no-longer an academic curiosity. We’re now in the era where this transformative new tool is now making substantive contributions on how we can use space data to better understand and protect our planet. However, the shift from a cool demo to something we can trust requires a new level of rigor and engineering excellence. 

Fortunately, we can learn from the very same principles that got humanity to the Moon and back safely to Earth. These stringent standards of engineering excellence are what we have been striving for at FDL Europe | ESL in partnership with ESA, LSA, Google Cloud, NVIDIA, Scan Computers, RSS-Hydro and Lux Provide. 

You can watch the different teams presentations below.

Agenda

Welcome

Jonathan Knowles
Welcome to the FDL Europe Earth Systems Lab Showcase. 

Celebrating the achievements of our 2024 AI research cycle, focusing on how AI is revolutionizing our understanding and protection of Earth's systems. 

Introduction to FDL Europe and Earth Systems Lab

Nicolas Longepe / Cormac Purcell 
An overview of FDL Europe and the Earth Systems Lab, highlighting key partnerships and the mission to advance earth science through AI.

Discussion: Lessons from Space for Earth

Guy Schumann, Alex Lavin
Drawing parallels between space exploration and earth science, this discussion will cover:

1. Precision in Data Collection

2. Robust and Simplified Model Design

3. Comprehensive Testing and Validation

4. Effective Data Management and Configuration Control

5. Extensive Training and Simulation for Earth Systems

Earth Systems Lab Teams 1&2

3D Clouds Team
Biomass Team
Presentations on the research and technological challenges tackled by these teams, with a focus on innovative solutions and AI applications.

Panel Discussion

A panel of experts will discuss the role of these AI projects in mitigating climate change, enhancing sustainability, and supporting climate action initiatives.

Earth Systems Lab Teams 3&4

SAR-FM: Foundation models for Floods
Vigil 2.0: Predicting Solar eruptions
In-depth presentations on significant research findings and their implications for earth systems.

Panel Discussion

A panel of experts will discuss the role of these AI projects in disaster response, onboard intelligence and better preparing our civilisation for that moment the Sun sends an eruption our way. 

Celebrating Collaboration

Celebrating collaborative achievements with the introduction of a new award:

• Gaia Award: Honouring the team that best advanced our understanding and protection of Earth's systems.

Final Word

ESP: The Future of AI in Earth Science

Cormac Purcell
A thought-provoking keynote on the transformative potential of AI in addressing climate change, monitoring ecosystems, and predicting natural disasters.