Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 02:20pm on 05 Apr 2025,Saturday Science
The European Space Agency (ESA), in collaboration with Airbus UK, is set to launch the Biomass space probe on April 29, 2025. This 1.25-tonne spacecraft, equipped with a pioneering P-band synthetic aperture radar and a 12-meter antenna, will orbit Earth for five years. Its mission is to create detailed 3D maps of remote tropical forests in Africa, Asia, and South America, penetrating dense canopies to analyze vegetation and collect data on carbon storage. The probe will provide unprecedented insight into forest health, biodiversity, and the effects of deforestation, aiding in quantifying carbon release due to human activity. This data is vital for forecasting climate change impacts. (PC: Getty Images & ESA/ATG medialab)
