The Knowledge Centre on Earth Observation makes sense of a wealth of data provided by the EU's satellites under the Copernicus program on the state and environment of our planet.
Did you know that airborne radon, a radioactive gas, is the largest source of natural radiation? Its particles are the second most common cause of lung cancer after smoking.
JRC launched a comprehensive European Atlas of Natural Radiation together with experts from 60 institutes. A valuable encyclopedia, with beautiful images and striking charts that provides reference levels and harmonised data for scientists, authorities and for anyone who wants to know more about their natural radioactive environment.
Find out more about the European Atlas of Natural Radiation
The Knowledge Centre on Earth Observation makes sense of a wealth of data provided by the EU's satellites under the Copernicus program on the state and environment of our planet.
JRC Digital Media Hub helps you easily discover how the European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC) scientific research and advice are linked to our daily lives in the European Union.
You can explore our vast collection of animations, infographics, games, videos, virtual tours and other media by any science topic or Commission Priority according to your interests.
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