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science-and-astronomy2 years ago•3 min saved

NASA's EMIT Spectrometer: Mapping Global Greenhouse Gas Sources and Fighting Climate Change

NASA's Earth Surface Mineral Dust Source Investigation (EMIT) instrument, launched in July 2022, has been used to identify over 750 point-source emissions of greenhouse gases, including methane from landfills, agricultural sites, and oil and gas facilities. The instrument, located on the International Space Station (ISS), has exceeded expectations in detecting both large and small sources of methane emissions, providing accurate data on "super-emitters." This information is crucial in developing strategies to limit damaging emissions and address the climate crisis. The study was published in the journal Science Advances.

via Space.com|

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science-and-technology2 years ago•3 min saved

Unveiling Hidden Greenhouse Gas Emission Sources from Space

NASA's EMIT instrument, originally designed to map minerals on the Earth's surface, has exceeded expectations by successfully detecting and identifying point-source emissions of greenhouse gases, particularly methane. Since August 2022, over 750 emissions sources have been identified, ranging from small to large, remote to persistent. By pinpointing methane emissions, operators of landfills, agriculture sites, and oil and gas facilities can take action to address them. Methane is a potent greenhouse gas, and tracking human-caused emissions is crucial for mitigating climate change. EMIT's ability to observe methane plumes from the International Space Station provides a cost-effective and comprehensive approach to monitoring emissions.

via NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory|

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