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ESA's EarthCARE Satellite Shares Vital Climate Data Free

1/17/2025

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ESA's EarthCARE satellite, launched in May 2024, has successfully completed its commissioning phase and is now sharing vital Level-1 data with the public. This includes crucial measurements of aerosols and clouds, enhancing our understanding of climate impacts. Remarkably, it has even documented smoke from the Los Angeles wildfire, showcasing its impressive capabilities. Access this invaluable data for free on ESA's online platforms.

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Story summary

ESA's EarthCARE satellite, launched in May 2024, has successfully completed its commissioning phase and is now sharing vital Level-1 data with the public. This includes crucial measurements of aerosols and clouds, enhancing our understanding of climate impacts. Remarkably, it has even documented smoke from the Los Angeles wildfire, showcasing its impressive capabilities. Access this invaluable data for free on ESA's online platforms.