1. An on-line magazine dedicated to Earth observations and those who observe, create and use Earth information. www.earthzine.org

3. Vision, Mission and Goal Vision –To be a premier on-line resource for news, articles, information and education related to Earth science, Earth observations and those who observe the Earth or use Earth information. Mission –To serve as an IEEE contribution to the Group on Earth Observations and the Global Earth Observation System of Systems by providing up- to-date information on the science, technology and participants in observing the Earth.

4. Philosophy Provide content that –Is up-to-date and relevant –Informs the expert yet is accessible to the non- specialist –Appeals to and educates the general population –Attracts readers to visit on regular basis –Makes unique contribution through focused thematic content –Inspires and leads readers to further investigate Earth as a system of systems

5. Content Overview Updated quarterly with original articles, editorials, opinions and resources centered about a common theme Updated daily, weekly, monthly with news, journal articles, announcements, … Syndicated! daily feeds of Earth observations and the environment

9. Recommendation to CBC Include Earthzine as part of GEO outreach program Expand coverage to developing countries Contribute articles on CBC activities and progress Use it to learn about earth observation