Participate in ESIP's Programs

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What Would You Like to Do?

ESIP hosts a wide variety of programs, all united by a single purpose: to further Earth science data through collaboration. Find your fit below—no formal membership required!

Connect with People

You’re in the right place! ESIP is an interdisciplinary connector of Earth science data professionals. To connect with peers who care about the same things you do, join one of our 30+ Collaboration Areas.

Other quick ways to stay connected:

Join the ESIP Slack community.
Browse our community calendar and join an upcoming telecon.
Sign up for the weekly ESIP Update.

Get Funding

ESIP offers a number of funding opportunities based on your current career stage and intended goals.

Learn more about:

Another way to hear about the latest funding opportunities? Join a Collaboration Area and network with peers and colleagues.

Align Organizations

ESIP provides a neutral space for members of organizations to come together, tackle shared challenges, and broaden the scope of Earth science data collaboration.

Join us as an individual or bring your entire organization into the ESIP community. Here’s how to get involved.

Make Data FAIR

Dive into the principles of FAIR data and metadata: findable and accessible, machine- and human-readable, interoperable, and reusable.

See what it means to make data FAIR through our FAIR Dataset Guidelines or check out the Data Help Desk.

Hear from the ESIP Community

What I do: Connect what humans see to what computers can help us understand to uncover shrub trends in the Arctic after large disturbances.

Why I do it: Data science is the fastest way to help us get a better understanding of Arctic processes so we can develop effective climate adaptation strategies.

Colette Brown , 2022 Raskin Scholar, Energy and Resources Group (ERG), UC Berkeley

What we do: Interdisciplinary social science offers insights into the beliefs, behaviors and systems that affect the Earth sciences.

Why we are ESIP Partners: Innovation and accessible data means connecting social science findings to Earth science system technology.

Knology , ESIP Partner, Type II - Product and Service Providers Visit Knology

What we do: Using the core schema.org vocabulary, we develop domain-specific practices for publishing and harvesting structured Earth science data.

Why we do it: To support improved search and discovery of scientific resources on the web.

Adam Shepherd (BCO-DMO) and Doug Fils (Ocean Leadership) , Cluster Co-Chairs

What I do: Repurpose neglected data to investigate how communities change over time, using a combination of genomics and Earth science methods.

Why I do it: Because I believe we have a responsibility to the public to maximize data use to understand the natural world and our place in it.

Alexis Garretson , 2023 Raskin Scholar

What we do: Host presentations and discussions focused on Information Technology and Interoperability (IT&I).

Why we do it: Connecting the nodes of Earth science data tools helps the whole community innovate.

ESIP Administrative Committee , Supported by the USGS Community for Data Integration (CDI)

Explore ESIP Programs by Type

Partnership

Join us as an ESIP Partner and facilitate collaborative exchanges across environmental science domains. Partnership is free and offers significant benefits to your organization’s members!

Become a Partner

Collaboration Areas

ESIP’s volunteers dedicate their time and energy to tackling critical environmental challenges. Join a Collaboration Area to bring your expertise to the table—with as much or as little involvement as you have the capacity for.

Collaborate

ESIP Lab

The ESIP Lab is where innovative ideas for earth science data research get funded. View our latest RFP, check out past awardees, and learn more about our unique microfunding model.

Explore the Lab

Student Opportunities

From FUNding Friday and Community Fellowships to the Raskin Scholarship, we support current graduate students and postgraduate early-career professionals. Check out our opportunities and apply today.

More for Students

Awards & Recognition

ESIP makes space for collaborations, but our community members do the heavy lifting. View our past award winners to get an idea of the outstanding accomplishments and service of our community.

View Awardees

FAQs About ESIP Programs

Do I have to officially join ESIP to participate in activities?

No, there is no formal membership required for individuals. You can jump into any activity that interests you, whether it’s contributing to a Collaboration Area, attending our next ESIP Meeting, or simply joining the conversation in Slack.

If you represent an entire organization and would like to join as an entity rather than an individual, please apply for Partnership.

How are ESIP programs funded?

ESIP is funded through cooperative agreements with NASA, NOAA, and USGS. We also rely on ESIP Meeting sponsorships to help underwrite the costs of our operations. Learn more about sponsoring us, or read our financials to understand how we operate.

What’s the best place for a newcomer to get started?

We recommend finding a Collaboration Area that fits your interests. Collaboration Areas are a great entry point for many ESIP offerings, as together with your small working group (called a cluster), you can gather for monthly calls, present at ESIP Meetings, and start ESIP Lab pilot projects.

My organization is not an ESIP Partner. Can I still participate?

Yes! While many participants are affiliated with an ESIP partner, this is by no means a requirement. You are welcome to participate as an individual in any ESIP program including ESIP Meetings, Collaboration Areas, and more. Learn more about how to get involved.