UN SG @antonioguterres: "2024 is set to be the hottest year on record, confirming that our climate is in crisis. The science is clear—this is a wake-up call for governments to act decisively to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement."
Geometric and radiometric calibration are the backbone of #Landsat's exceptional data quality. The @USGS and @NASA continually monitor the geometric and radiometric performance of instruments to maintain data quality at the highest level. Learn more here: https://t.co/eJwMe8eTnQhttps://t.co/TKNortDiN3
❓Can our infrastructure cope with extreme weather events? Many older dams, bridges & buildings were not designed to withstand today's extreme weather. We need resilient solutions to provide water & clean power, while not creating new disaster risks. 🌊https://t.co/elzNzyUxd2https://t.co/wy4vxGxJhm
Urban forests play a🔑role in enhancing environmental sustainability, improving air quality & promoting social well-being in cities. Treeconomics leads the way in assessing and managing urban trees to ensure they contribute to resilience and sustainability.
Thanks to years of dedicated conservation and the reintroduction of thousands of individual animals, a region of southern Africa devastated by war is roaring with new life. https://t.co/8NRKRw3wvt
RT @NOAA: (3 of 4) #2024 (Jan–Dec) contiguous U.S. precipitation total was 31.58 inches — 1.66 inches above avg. — ranking in the wettest third of the historical record:
Notice! 📢 The previously planned interruption that was scheduled for January 10-12, 2025, has been postponed to ensure that USGS EROS and LP DAAC can continue supporting data needs during the ongoing California wildfires. Find more details here: https://t.co/lmCIao1jAjhttps://t.co/qjqtd7P8LK
RT @NASA: 2024 was the warmest year on record. Our experts work with @NOAA scientists to track Earth’s average temperature, relying on millions of measurements worldwide. They found this year was hotter than any since at least 1880, the result of human activities: https://t.co/bVchhDzQkuhttps://t.co/tBWymaFYOT
IFAD Recipes for Change Chef Walter el Nagar traveled to Kyrgyzstan to see firsthand how small-scale farmers are coping with climate change while reducing their impact.
RT @NWSWPC: ❄️A winter storm has impacted the Southern U.S & continues into the Tennessee Valley, & Mid-Atlantic through Friday night. Here are some preliminary snow & ice reports associated with this event. For more reports & info, visit the latest Storm Summary at https://t.co/mSj0gRYRAchttps://t.co/7e0U44DLmq
RT @WorldResources: Demand for copper, one of the most crucial minerals for the clean #energytransition, is growing rapidly. Copper #recycling can play a vital role in meeting that demand.