China builds integrated space-air-ground-sea environmental monitoring network with 150 satellites: ministry
China has developed a space-air-ground-sea integrated monitoring network for ecological conservation, supported by 150 satellites, according to the Ministry of Ecology and Environment. The network enables high-precision monitoring of greenhouse gases and pollutants, and can detect human damage or illegal encroachment in nature reserves and coastal areas.
China has developed an integrated monitoring network for ecological conservation, supported by around 150 satellites. The Ministry of Ecology and Environment highlighted a new satellite launched on April 17, which enables integrated active and passive greenhouse gas detection. The satellite is equipped with advanced instruments, including a lidar and hyperspectral greenhouse gas monitor. The ministry uses multispectral sensors to perform 'health checks' on 3.3 million square kilometers of nature reserves every two months. The system also scans 21,000 kilometers of coastline and 100,000 square kilometers of coastal waters quarterly. The satellites can identify atmospheric components and measure trace gases, supporting air pollution control and tracing emissions to specific facilities.
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