Headline: 'Space Brolly' Returns First Striking Images Of Earth's Forests
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A revolutionary new umbrella-like satellite has captured its first set of incredible images of Earth. ESA's groundbreaking Biomass satellite, also known as the "Space Brolly," offers a new view of Earth's forests. Launched in April 2025, Biomass uses advanced radar technology to peer through dense canopies, revealing carbon-rich structures beneath. Biomass's P-band radar uncovers critical data about forests, deserts, ice sheets, and more. The satellite tracks tree height, biomass, and carbon storage, providing essential data for climate monitoring. The first images from Biomass showcase Bolivia's deforested areas and the Amazon rainforest with remarkable clarity. Biomass also maps remote regions like the Sahara Desert, Antarctica, and active volcanoes in Indonesia. The satellite's radar can penetrate up to 5 meters of dry sand in the Sahara, uncovering ancient riverbeds and dried-up lakes. By tracking carbon in forests, Biomass plays a vital role in predicting and mitigating climate change effects. ESA's Biomass satellite is transforming climate science, providing critical insights into global emissions and conservation efforts.
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