Annual Reports
EPOS ERIC Activity and Financial Report 2022
March 2023
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from AIEPOS ERIC concluded its pre-Operational Phase (2020–2022) in 2022, transitioning to full operational status in January 2023. The year was pivotal for consolidating governance, technical frameworks, and sustainability plans, including the finalization of the Science Program (2023–2027) and Long-term Sustainability Plan (2023–2027).
Key achievements included the launch of the EPOS Data Portal in January 2023, supported by a dedicated communication strategy and policy frameworks. The Executive Coordination Office (ECO) expanded its staff and coordinated critical activities across governance, IT development, and international cooperation. The report highlights EPOS ERIC’s engagement in EU-funded projects (e.g., EPOS SP, EOSC Future) and its role in fostering global partnerships, including with the Group on Earth Observations (GEO).
Financially, the report details the 2022 Activity Plan, provisional budget, and audited financial statements, reflecting a year of strategic alignment toward long-term sustainability. The document also underscores the importance of community engagement, ethical governance, and technical innovation in solid Earth science data provision.
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EPOS ERIC successfully transitioned from pre-Operational to Operational Phase in January 2023 after consolidating governance, technical, and financial frameworks in 2022
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EPOS Data Portal launched in January 2023, supported by a multi-phase communication strategy and policy documents finalized in 2022
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Key strategic documents (Science Program 2023–2027 and Long-term Sustainability Plan 2023–2027) were drafted with input from EPOS ERIC boards and committees
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Membership expanded with Austria, Sweden, and Germany joining as members, and Finland/Spain initiating accession processes
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EPOS ERIC led or participated in multiple EU-funded projects (e.g., EPOS SP, EOSC Future) to enhance sustainability, innovation, and global collaboration
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