World Water Day

March 22, 2012

World Water Day

March 22, 2012

Water is an essential resource for food cultivation. With 7 billion humans to feed, efficiently managing the planet’s water supply is essential. On March 22, 2012 the UN celebrates World Water Day.

The Thermal Infrared Sensor (TIRS) on LDCM will be able to help water managers better allocate this precious resource. This video explains.

For further information:

+ UN World Water Day

+ LDCM TIRS video on YouTube

Categories: News, Water

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