Chandrayaan-2 mission moves another step closer to the Moon after it successfully entered the lunar orbit, the official twitter handle of ISRO tweeted.
First set of beautiful images of Earth from Chandrayaan 2 mission released
The first set of images of Earth captured by the Chandrayaan 2 moon-exploration program of the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) have been released. The tweets by ISRO’s official handle show the beautiful images taken on August 3rd. Chandrayaan-2 is India’s second foray to the Moon. It was launched on the 22nd of July using the Geosynchronous launch vehicle (GSLV- … Read More
Tracking a Changing Planet: The National Academies Releases its Decadal Survey on Earth Observations from Space
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine has released the decadal survey for Earth sciences and applications from space, an ambitious road map to guide investments in Earth observation programs over the next 10 years.
IEEE Earthzine: 10 Years of Science Communication, Community and Hope
In this annual series, IEEE Earthzine staff and guest contributors offer short essays on their sources of hope and inspiration in the face of widespread global change. With 2017 marking Earthzine’s 10th anniversary, the series takes on added meaning for all of us.
A Star Goes Out: The Legacy of Molly Macauley
The tragic and untimely death of Molly Macauley cut short the brilliant career of one of environmental and space economics’ shining stars, but the impact of her life and work continues to shape science and policy.
A Paradigm Shift for NASA via Small Satellite Missions
NASA sees a paradigm shift in Earth observing missions, which will increasingly rely on small satellite technologies but provide big results.
GEO Plenary in Russia to Consider Pathway to Sustainable Development Goals
Now beginning its second decade as an organization, the Group on Earth Observations (GEO) convenes its annual plenary meeting in St. Petersburg, Russia, to consider how best to support the Sustainable Development Goals of the 2030 Global Agenda.
Coastal Observations and Monitoring: The Scientific, Technological and Societal Challenges
Introducing IEEE Earthzine’s quarterly theme on Coastal Environments.
Homeward Bound: Planes, Weather and a Flight to Catch
Severe weather patterns have serious implications for air travel, but improvements in Earth observation and weather forecasting help airlines plan ahead. Airlines and passengers want to avoid flight delays and cancellations. Harsh weather poses a threat to this goal and it becomes impossible for some flights to take off or land on time. How do airlines use Earth observation systems … Read More
Stepping into the SWOS Portal: How Coordination of Data Can Help Protect the World’s Vanishing Wetlands
The Earth has lost more than half of its wetland extent since 1900. The satellite-based Wetland Observation Service (SWOS) is working to provide a data portal that will have real-world impacts, helping to track wetland degradation, identify pollution sources, and assess restoration strategies. Above: Landsat satellite image examples of the Sabkhat al Jabbulin in Syria, produced in the frame of … Read More