After nearly a decade in development, a new satellite known as MethaneSat is set to launch. Developed by scientists at Harvard and the Environmental Defense Fund, MethaneSat aims to monitor the Earth's methane levels by circling the globe 15 times a day. Methane, a potent greenhouse gas responsible for about 30% of global warming, is a critical focus of this satellite's mission.
The president of the Environmental Defense Fund, Fred Krupp, highlighted the importance of reducing methane pollution, citing its significant impact on global temperatures. The goal is to achieve a 75% reduction in methane emissions from the oil and gas industry over the next five years.
