Earth Observation

Earth observation is the scientific field of gathering information about the physical, chemical, and biological systems of our planet. It involves remote-sensing technologies, such as Earth observation satellites, as well as direct-contact sensors in ground-based or airborne platforms. With the help of organizations like the [[group-on-earth-observations|Group on Earth Observations]] (GEO), earth observation has become a crucial tool for understanding and managing our planet's resources. The field has a wide range of applications, including environmental monitoring, disaster response, and climate change research. For example, the [[european-space-agency|European Space Agency]]'s (ESA) [[copernicus-program|Copernicus program]] has been using earth observation data to monitor deforestation and land degradation in the Amazon rainforest.