Beneath the Surface and Beyond the Horizon: Landsat's Vital Role in Water Quality Monitoring

As our planet's climate undergoes significant changes, preserving the mere 3% of freshwater available on Earth's surface becomes increasingly vital. Freshwater is not only essential for sustenance but also plays a pivotal role in electricity generation, agriculture, and all life forms. Yet, rising global temperatures give rise to a host of threats to our aquatic ecosystems, from algal blooms to glacial melt and drought.

In our quest to safeguard these invaluable resources, scientists employ a range of ground-based techniques to assess water quality. However, the Landsat program has stood as a sentinel in the sky, offering vital water quality data from its orbit for decades. Join us on a journey to explore the indispensable role played by Landsat satellites in our ongoing mission to monitor and protect water quality.

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