Topic
Climate change and resilience, conservation, forests, water and weather.
New satellite analysis by CREA reveals that Indonesia's NOx pollution extends beyond major cities, identifying significant emission hotspots around industrial facilities, power plants, and nickel-processing hubs. This analysis highlights a sharp increase in NOx emissions over the past decade…
Source: Tanahair
The Meteosat Third Generation Imager satellite (MTG-I1) captured the Moon's dark shadow during a total solar eclipse over parts of the Iberian Peninsula. From geostationary orbit, MTG-I1 tracked the path of totality as dusk fell over Europe, providing unique imagery of the celestial event.
Source: European Space Agency
Earth observation satellites are crucial for monitoring phenomena like wildfires, drought, and heatwaves, which are becoming more frequent and intense globally. These events are closely linked to climate change, with June 2026 marking exceptional temperatures in Europe.
Source: European Space Agency
Libya's Authority for Scientific Research is progressing with plans to launch the nation's first CubeSat, dedicated to climate monitoring and combating desertification. This initiative aims to enhance environmental monitoring and build on Libya's existing space technology experience.
Source: Space in Africa
Uzbek engineers have developed an AI module now in orbit aboard the Samarkand-2028 Earth observation satellite. This module processes data directly in space, enhancing efficiency for applications like agriculture and environmental monitoring.
Source: Yahoo News
Europe's water resources are increasingly threatened by pollution, droughts, and floods. This series explores the importance of protecting ecosystems, managing wastewater, and discovering innovative water solutions across the continent.
Source: Euronews
Educators and teens are utilizing NASA's TEMPO-Lab, a free online tool, to explore and analyze near-real-time air quality measurements from the TEMPO mission. This initiative empowers young people to investigate local air quality issues, build data literacy, and contribute to positive change in…
Source: NASA Science
Hurricanes Fausto and Genevieve, which impacted the Pacific, originated as tropical waves off the coast of Africa. NOAA satellites played a crucial role in tracking these disturbances across continents, aiding in improved hurricane forecasting and understanding their long journeys.
Source: NOAA
Europe's second Meteosat Third Generation Imager satellite (MTG-I2) is undergoing final pre-launch checks before its August 27 liftoff on an Ariane 6 rocket. A dedicated team of scientists and engineers ensures the advanced weather satellite is ready to deliver unprecedented imaging data of…
Source: European Space Agency
Satellite imagery from Landsat 9, NISAR, and SWOT reveals the dynamic tidal changes at the Elbe River mouth, impacting biodiversity, shipping, and coastal communities. Scientists use this data to study sea level rise, improve flood protection, and enhance tidal models for climate resilience.
Source: NASA Science