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Experiences in Applying Earth Observing Satellite Technology in SERVIR Regions with an Emphasis on Disasters: Successes, Lessons and Paths ForwardEarth observing satellites offer a unique perspective of our environment from the vantage point of space. Repeated measurements of the Earths subsystems such as the biosphere, atmosphere, lithosphere, hydrosphere, and of humans interactions with their environments, allow for a better understanding of Earth system processes, and they can provide input for decision making in areas of environmental management and disaster risk reduction. SERVIR is a joint initiative of the US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and the US Agency for International Development (USAID) that began in 2005 and has been active in applying Earth observations for sustainable development in many regions around the world, recently the Lower Mekong and West Africa regions. This talk will highlight some successes achieved and lessons learned through SERVIR in Central America, Eastern Southern Africa, and the Hindu Kush-Himalaya region, focusing on disasters. We will also present opportunities for enhanced decision making with Earth observations and geospatial technologies in the Lower Mekong region.
Document ID
20170004624
Acquisition Source
Marshall Space Flight Center
Document Type
Presentation
Authors
Anderson, Eric
(Alabama Univ. Huntsville, AL, United States)
Date Acquired
May 16, 2017
Publication Date
May 12, 2017
Subject Category
Earth Resources And Remote Sensing
Report/Patent Number
MSFC-E-DAA-TN42529
Meeting Information
Meeting: Using Space for Disaster Risk Reduction
Location: Bangkok
Country: Thailand
Start Date: May 12, 2017
Sponsors: Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC)
Funding Number(s)
WBS: WBS 970315.02.01.01.14
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Public Use Permitted.
Keywords
SERVIR
remote sensing
Earth science
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