Dominican Republic joins EU’s Copernicus space program

Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Republic has officially joined the European Union’s Copernicus Earth observation program through the National Council for Climate Change and Clean Development Mechanism (CNCCMDL). This partnership grants the government direct access to satellite and sensor data, enhancing national capabilities in climate change monitoring, disaster risk management, and urban planning.

Max Puig, Executive Vice President of CNCCMDL, emphasized that Copernicus provides valuable real-time data on meteorology, civil security, migration, and environmental changes. Government agencies have already begun coordination efforts to integrate this information into national planning, improving responses to hurricanes, air quality management, and maritime surveillance.

This collaboration strengthens the Dominican Republic’s role in the European space ecosystem while advancing technological innovation and sustainable development. Additionally, it supports the ongoing development of the Climate Risk Atlas and ensures over 20 state institutions have seamless access to critical spatial data without duplicating efforts.