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September 21, 2020: Satellite achieves sharp-eyed view of methane
There is a powerful new satellite in the sky to monitor emissions of methane (CH4), one of the key gases driving human-induced climate change. Known as Iris, the spacecraft can map plumes of CH4 in the atmosphere down to a resolution of just 25m.
September 3, 2020: Canadian satellite embarks on mission to monitor greenhouse gas emissions from space
A Canadian satellite has begun its long-awaited mission to scour the world for stray industrial emissions of methane gas, a contributor to climate change.
September 3, 2020: Europe’s small Vega rocket returns to action
The European Vega rocket is back in business. An enforced hiatus following the loss of a vehicle in July 2019 ended late on Wednesday with the successful deployment of 53 new satellites. The payloads were dropped off high above the Earth using a new dispenser system that will now become a regular feature on future missions.