Satellite Data to Tackle a Changing Climate
By The Canadian Press Posted August 19, 2023
Canada’s new satellite will play a key role in monitoring the changing climate and helping the country adapt, according to experts.
The Polar Communications and Weather satellite, also known as PCW, was launched into orbit in June 2023. It is equipped with a suite of sensors that will collect data on everything from sea ice and snow cover to atmospheric temperature and moisture.
This data will be used to improve weather forecasting, monitor climate change, and support search and rescue operations in the Arctic.
“PCW is a game-changer for Canada’s ability to monitor the changing climate,” said Chris Hilker, a research scientist at the University of Victoria. “It will provide us with a wealth of new data that will help us to better understand the impacts of climate change and develop adaptation strategies.”
One of the most important ways that PCW will help Canada adapt to climate change is by improving weather forecasting. The satellite’s sensors will collect data on atmospheric conditions, including temperature, moisture, and wind speed. This data will be used to improve numerical weather prediction models, which are used to forecast the weather.
“Improved weather forecasting is essential for a number of reasons,” said Hilker. “It can help us to prepare for extreme weather events, such as hurricanes and floods. It can also help us to make better decisions about when to plant crops and when to harvest them.”
PCW will also help Canada to monitor climate change. The satellite’s sensors will collect data on sea ice, snow cover, and other climate variables. This data will be used to track the impacts of climate change and to develop adaptation strategies.
“PCW will provide us with a unique perspective on climate change,” said Hilker. “It will allow us to see how climate change is affecting different parts of the country and to develop policies to address these impacts.”
In addition to its role in climate change monitoring and adaptation, PCW will also support search and rescue operations in the Arctic. The satellite’s sensors will be able to detect distress signals from emergency beacons and to provide real-time data on sea ice conditions.
“PCW will be a valuable asset for search and rescue operations in the Arctic,” said Hilker. “It will help us to find people in distress more quickly and to provide them with the assistance they need.”
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