The Phase 3 of the GSE FM started on 1 April 2008, and all partners notified that whilst this marks the completion of the ESA supported GSE FM, the continuation of the services is envisaged via various other programmes such as the EU FP7 and activities for the post-Kyoto Protocol REDD process. Thus the successful completion of the Phase 3 is important and any new activities related to the sustainability of the programme are welcome.

The UEB produced the second GSE FM Newsletter in the first quarter of 2008; also contributions were made to the GSE Land Newsletter from the GSE FM.