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- The Federation of Earth Science Information Partners ("Federation") is a network of researchers and associated groups that collects, interprets and develops applications for satellite-generated Earth observation information. Founded in 1998 under a grant from NASA, the consortium includes more than 100 member organizations, spanning NASA's and NOAA's data centers, government research laboratories, research universities, education resource providers, technology developers, and nonprofit and commercial enterprises.
The consortium's work is dedicated to providing the most up-to-date, science-based information to researchers and decision-makers who are working to understand and address the environmental, economic and social challenges facing our planet. By increasing the use and usability of this unique data and linking it with decision-making tools, the Federation contributes significantly to creating a healthy and sustainable world.
The Federation's network fosters collaboration and innovation. It brings together partners to develop models and tools that make Earth observation information more useful and accessible across many different communities. Together, Federation partners leverage the value of these important data resources for the betterment of society and our planet.
Summary provided by: http://www.esipfed.org/federation/
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