Satellite-based applications on climate change /

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Imprint:Dordrecht ; New York : Springer, c2013.
Description:1 online resource (x, 371 p.) : ill.
Language:English
Series:Springer atmospheric sciences
Springer Atmospheric Sciences.
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Format: E-Resource Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/9850186
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Other authors / contributors:Qu, John J.
Powell, Alfred M.
Siva Kumar, M. V. K.
ISBN:9789400758728 (electronic bk.)
9400758723 (electronic bk.)
9789400758711
9400758715
Notes:Includes bibliographical references and index.
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Summary:Climate and other environmental changes are drawing unprecedented concern and attention from national governments, international organizations and local communities. Global warming has left noticeable impacts on the environment and the ecosystems it supports (including humans), and has important implications for sustainable economic and social development in the future. Satellite observations of climate and environmental change have become an increasingly important tool in recent years in helping to shape the response of international communities to this critical global challenge. The book presents the latest advances in satellite-based remote sensing of the Earth's environment - ranging from applications in climate and atmospheric science to hydrology, oceanography, hydrology, geomorphology, ecology and fire studies. Introductory chapters also cover key technical aspects such as instrumentation, calibration, data analysis, and GIS tools for decision-making.
Other form:Print version: Satellite-based applications on climate change. Dordrecht ; London : Springer, 2013 9789400758711