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Photograph of Dr. Eric Sproles

Dr. Eric Sproles

Water is a finite resource, and the availability of freshwater can have major social impacts. Dr. Eric Sproles uses Earth observing data as part of his studies into water’s eco-social effects.
Data User Story
Jan. 7, 2021
Snow telemetry (SNOTEL) sites are equipped with meteorological instruments that help scientists gauge the mountain snowpack.

Winter's Water

Researchers pursue elusive forecasts of mountain snow.
Feature Article
Dec. 28, 2020
After a rainstorm, a loader removes trash with high concentrations of plastic at the mouth of the Los Angeles River in Long Beach, California.

Wasting Away

Mapping stormwater runoff in Southern California helps keep toxins at bay.
Feature Article
Dec. 28, 2020
River water is part of life in Bangladesh and when contaminated it can spread cholera.

The Time of Cholera

The color of water could be a tool for heading off epidemics.
Feature Article
Dec. 28, 2020
A statue on the spire of Duomo Cathedral overlooks the Milan skyline.

Soiled Soils

Invisible pollutants lurk under Italy’s most populous valley.
Feature Article
Dec. 28, 2020
Resource manager Rafael Manzanero stands atop the great temple at Caracol Archaeological Reserve, located inside the Chiquibul National Park. (Photograph by J. Houston courtesy Rare)

Orbiting Watchtowers

Forest managers keep an eye on resources in near real-time.
Feature Article
Dec. 28, 2020
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