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Images of trees with varying colors of leaves, from bright green to yellow to red.

Contribute to the Phenology Campaign

Support the work of GLOBE students documenting seasonal change by collecting data with GLOBE Observer.

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GLOBE Observer Connect

Hear from an inspiring GLOBE volunteer in the Bahamas, Monique Palmisano, for our GO Connect on 24 October.

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Past, Present and Future of GLOBE Climate Change Research and Action

How do we create activities to guide us from GLOBE data to action? Learn more in this keynote from the 2024 GLOBE Annual Meeting.

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Screens of the GLOBE Observer app showing the notification on the home screen when a data request is available for the current area, the listing of the science data requests at your location and nearby, and the map of data collection areas for requests.

Localized Data Requests

The GLOBE Observer app now features a mechanism to alert volunteers when data are specifically needed at or near their location.

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A screenshot of the new My Achievements page in the GLOBE Observer app showing badges for observations and streaks (in this case for Land Cover), and a photo of NASA Astronaut Megan McArthur holding up her phone to show off her achievements earned while using the GLOBE Observer app.

Badges and Streaks - New in GLOBE Observer!

Keep track of your contributions to GLOBE with the new My Achievements section in the GLOBE Observer app.

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What is GLOBE Observer?

A citizen science app allowing volunteers in GLOBE countries to take observations and contribute to the Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment (GLOBE) community
A way to collect data to track changes in the environment in support of Earth system science research, and interpret NASA and other satellite data
An open data set available to scientists, and supporting students of all ages in doing real scientific research through the GLOBE Program

Download the app and follow the instructions to get started. Always follow guidelines from your local officials, and only participate in GLOBE activities or use the GLOBE Observer app if it is safe to do so.

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What are GLOBE Observers up to?

The 2024 GLOBE Annual Meeting was held from 15-18 July in Fredonia, NY, USA. GLOBE members representing more than 30 countries came together to share their work and discuss 'climate and resilience.' This 5-minute film summarizes what happened throughout the meeting and highlights what's so special about the GLOBE community.