Advancing Open Knowledge to Earth Intelligence

On January 22, 2026, the webinar "Advancing Open Knowledge to Earth Intelligence" brought together experts to discuss the role of open knowledge in Earth Observation. Kenneth Mubea from Digital Earth Africa shared their experience, highlighting the strategies and challenges encountered while implementing open knowledge in their initiative. Richard Lawford from GEO EO4WEF also presented their insights, focusing on the successes and obstacles they faced in their projects. In this Dialogue the conversation centered around identifying key challenges and gaps, with the goal of integrating these insights into future implementation plans to enhance the effectiveness of open knowledge in Earth Observation. This collaborative session provided actionable takeaways for improving strategies and addressing ongoing gaps in the field.