Satellite data enhances climate models with new vegetation growth insights

Paris, France (SPX) Mar 28, 2024

Vegetation plays a pivotal role in the Earth's climate by influencing the energy and water cycles and sequestering a significant portion of carbon emissions. Recognizing its importance, the European Space Agency's (ESA) Climate Change Initiative has unveiled a comprehensive satellite dataset aimed at enhancing climate models. This dataset focuses on Leaf Area Index (LAI) and the Fraction of Abso