SWOT: Revolutionizing Earth Science for a Sustainable Future | earth future and water behavior |2023

Embark on an extraordinary journey as we delve into the groundbreaking Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) mission, a collaborative effort led by NASA and the French space agency CNES (Centre National d’Études Spatiales). SWOT is set to transform our understanding of the planet's water bodies, both saltwater and freshwater, and empower communities to plan for a brighter and more sustainable future.

In this video, we explore how SWOT, equipped with cutting-edge technology, will precisely measure water heights in lakes, rivers, reservoirs, and oceans. As climate change intensifies the water cycle, the invaluable data from SWOT will be instrumental in enhancing flood forecasts, monitoring drought conditions, and providing essential information to a wide range of stakeholders.

Hear from experts and professionals in the field as they share insights on how SWOT data will be utilized by National Weather Service representatives, civil engineers, researchers from the University of Oregon and University of North Carolina, as well as NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory scientists working with the Department of Defense and the Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Agency.

Explore the real-world applications of SWOT data, from flood watches and water management in Portland, Oregon, to protecting vital infrastructure in Alaska, and even bolstering national security efforts. Witness how SWOT's capabilities will play a pivotal role in safeguarding our environment and ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.

SWOT's anticipated launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California is scheduled for December 2022. This mission is a testament to international collaboration, with contributions from the Canadian Space Agency and UK Space Agency. The U.S. component of the project is spearheaded by NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, managed by Caltech in Pasadena, California.

For in-depth information about the SWOT mission, visit: https://swot.jpl.nasa.gov

Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/CNES/Thales Alenia Space