Mapping Methane: GHGSat Satellites Track Cow Burps with High Resolution
Energy & ResourcesScientists have long been concerned about the impact of methane emissions on global warming, and researchers at GHGSat are now using satellites to map clusters of cow burps. These emissions, which come from cows’ digestive systems, are a significant source of methane, a potent greenhouse gas that can contribute to climate change. By mapping these
Minimum Temperature for Growing Degree Day (GDD) Calculation: Should it be Based on Daytime or the Entire Day?
Human ImpactGrowing Degree Day (GDD) is a widely used measure of plant growth and development. It is calculated by taking the average temperature of a day and subtracting a base temperature. The resulting value is then accumulated over time to determine the number of GDDs a plant has accumulated. However, there is an ongoing debate as
Can “meanders in meanders” form naturally?
Human ImpactMeandering rivers are a common feature of many landscapes. They are formed by the erosion and deposition of sediment by flowing water. The river channel curves and bends, forming a series of loops or meanders. These meanders can form smaller meanders within themselves, which has led to the question of whether “meanders within meanders” can
Winter Urban Heat Islands: How Cities Stay Warm When Temperatures Drop
Weather & ForecastsThe urban heat island effect is a phenomenon that occurs when urban areas experience higher temperatures than surrounding rural areas. This effect is caused by the concentration of buildings, roads, and other man-made structures that create a heat-absorbing surface that traps heat from the sun and human activity. While the urban heat island effect is
Rock Type Prediction through Seismic Inversion: Advancements in Earth Science
Modeling & PredictionIn the field of earth sciences, predicting rock type is a critical task for a variety of applications, including hydrocarbon exploration, geological modeling, and environmental studies. Seismic processing is an effective tool for characterizing subsurface geology and predicting rock type. Seismic waves generated by controlled sources are reflected and refracted by rock formations and other
Mastering Isotopic Interpolation: Best Practices for Effective Earth Science Data Visualization
Data & AnalysisIsotopes are atoms of the same element that have different numbers of neutrons, resulting in different atomic weights. Isotopic data can provide valuable information on a variety of Earth science topics, including climate change, geology, and environmental studies. However, isotopic data can be sparse, unevenly distributed, or have missing values, making it difficult to accurately