Climate and other environmental changes are drawing unprecedented concern and attention from national governments, international organizations and local communities. Global warming has left noticeable impacts on the environment and the ecosystems it supports (including humans), and has important implications for sustainable economic and social development in the future. Satellite observations of climate and environmental change have become an increasingly important tool in recent years in helping to shape the response of international communities to this critical global challenge.
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This book reviews the latest in satellite-based remote sensing of Earth's environment, from applications in climate and atmospheric science to hydrology, oceanography, geomorphology, ecology and fire studies. Covers instrumentation, calibration, GIS and more.