Estimating CO₂ Emissions Using Satellite Data: Insights from ESA's Climate Change Initiative
Seminar Description
This seminar, presented by Dr Thais Rosan from the University of Exeter at the 40th International Symposium on Remote Sensing of the Environment and online, explored how satellite products from ESA’s Climate Change Initiative (CCI) are transforming our ability to track carbon fluxes and refine emissions assessments, which is essential for driving effective climate action.
Key Discussion Points :
- Introduction to the Climate Change Initiative (CCI) and the CCI Knowledge Exchange Activities
- Introduction and Importance of Accurate CO2 Emissions Estimates
- Satellite Data and Carbon Budget Analysis
- Use of Earth Observation Data in Carbon Cycle Studies
- Carbon Sequestration and Regrowth in Secondary Forests
- Development of Regional Fire Models
- Challenges and Opportunities in Carbon Budget Analysis
- Q&A Session and Audience Engagement
- Discussion on Policy and Data Access
