Compliance Assurance (CA) refers to the process and mechanisms designed to ensure adherence to EU laws, regulations, and policies by individuals, organisations, and Member States (MS).

It comprises three components:

These three components of CA work in concert to ensure the effective implementation of EU laws, safeguarding the integrity of the EU's single market and citizens’ rights.

Earth Observation (EO) can play a crucial role in all components of CA by offering a comprehensive and objective view of our planet and how it changes.

Compliance assurance spans various EU policy domains that rely on regulatory frameworks and directives. While few legislative acts are solely dedicated to CA, CA is an indispensable component of most regulations and directives on resource use, where EO may significantly contribute.

Examples of policy areas where EO data is used for compliance include:

Presentations and minutes of the workshop are available on the KCEO website for further insights