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NASA Earth Observatory NASA, IBM, and Forschungszentrum Jülich have released an expanded version of the open-source Prithvi Geospatial artificial intelligence (AI) foundation model to support a broader range of geographical applications. Now, with the inclusion of global data, the foundation model can support tracking changes in land use, monitoring disasters, and predicting crop yields worldwide.

The Earth Surface Mineral Dust Source Investigation (EMIT) is revolutionizing our understanding of the planet's surface by using a state-of-the-art imaging spectrometer. Mounted on the International Space Station (ISS), EMIT focuses on detecting and analyzing mineral dust sources, which play a critical role in Earth’s climate and ecosystem dynamics.

The third Copernicus Sentinel-1 satellite, Sentinel-1C, has embarked on its mission to advance Earth observation capabilities. Launched aboard a Vega-C rocket from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana, the satellite took flight on 5 December 2024 at 22:20 CET (18:20 local time). This milestone extends the legacy of the Sentinel-1 program, providing essential radar imagery to monitor our planet's changing environment.

The Sundhnukur volcanic hill and its associated crater row have long been recognized as a hotbed for localized volcanic activity. Recently, this geologically dynamic region has made headlines for hosting one of the largest lava eruptions seen in years.