The FLEX satellite was launched to study photosynthesis and vegetation's response to climate change from space. This mission allows observation of how plants respond to environmental changes, collecting fundamental data on the health of terrestrial ecosystems. Simultaneously, the new Sentinel-3C satellite will monitor oceans, land, ice and atmosphere, completing an Earth observation system of the European Space Agency. The two missions work together to provide comprehensive data on the state of the planet and climate change impacts.
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FLEX satellite lifts off to study plants' response to climate change from space
Euronews Portugal15 September 2026 at 09:02
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The FLEX launch allows scientists to monitor plant photosynthesis on a global scale for the first time, providing crucial data on ecosystem health and plants' carbon absorption capacity. This information is essential for better understanding climate change impacts on vegetation and guiding environmental policies. Sentinel-3C complements this mission by simultaneously monitoring oceans, land, ice and atmosphere.
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