Energy

Weather satellites use instruments called radiometers that scan the Earth at multiple wavelengths to form images. The data is then relayed to weather forecast centres around the world.

 Satellites can monitor the location of goods on land and sea.

Satellites ensure that workers are constantly connected, so everyone knows where they are at any one time.

Optical satellites can detect different types of surface rocks, helping geologists and archaeologist identify changes in rock composition.

GNSS satellites can identify exactly where energy cables are, to enable quick and easy repairs.

Satellites help to make more informed decisions about placement of solar panels, and help evaluate new energy reserves.

Radar satellites can discover oil leaks by detecting changes in the sea roughness. Satellites can also see the oil using high resolution data.