SWOT Earth Science Satellite: Mapping Our Planet's Water for a Sustainable Future

Discover how the Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) mission, led by NASA and the French space agency CNES, is revolutionizing our understanding of Earth's water resources. This groundbreaking mission measures water heights in lakes, rivers, reservoirs, and oceans, offering critical insights into water distribution amidst accelerating climate change. Watch as experts from various fields share how SWOT data is being used to enhance flood forecasts, monitor drought conditions, protect infrastructure, and bolster national security.

Explore real-world applications in Portland, Oregon, Fern Ridge Lake, Alaska, the Department of Defense, and the Mississippi River Delta. SWOT's invaluable data is aiding water management agencies, civil engineers, disaster preparedness teams, and more in planning for a resilient future.

SWOT is set to launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California in December 2022, marking a collaborative effort between NASA, CNES, the Canadian Space Agency, and the UK Space Agency, with JPL leading the U.S. component.

For further details about this mission, visit: https://swot.jpl.nasa.gov/