Earth Observation From Space: New Satellites to Deliver Precise Emission Maps

Earth observation from space: New satellites to deliver precise emission maps

As of 2027, new satellites for CO2 measurement (CO2M) will be launched into orbit. Originally, only two were planned—but simulations by Empa convinced the European Commission to have a third satellite built. This will significantly improve coverage on a global scale: instead of every five days, the greenhouse gases carbon dioxide (CO2) and methane (CH4) can now be measured around the globe every 3.5 days.

Empa-developed technology enables new European satellites to map greenhouse gas emissions with unprecedented precision

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New satellites deliver precise emission maps

3.11.2025 - Space offers a new perspective on greenhouse gases and air pollutants: In future, European satellites will for the first time provide detailed emission maps, all the way down to the contributions of individual power plants and industrial facilities. The necessary methods and technologies were developed by researchers within international research partnerships.