Tanager Satellite Constellation
Air pollution-CO2 mitigation
Monitoring global greenhouse gas emissions to identify and mitigate high-emitting facilities.
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Carbon Mapper
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Awards and certifications
Solar Impulse Efficient Solution Label
Certified as a viable, sustainable solution for greenhouse gas emissions detection.
Tanager‑1 Launched
First operational satellite for facility-scale methane and CO₂ monitoring.
Fast Company World‑Changing Ideas Nominee
Recognized for breakthrough satellite-powered climate innovation.
Product description
The Tanager satellite constellation, developed by Carbon Mapper, is a cutting-edge solution for monitoring global greenhouse gas emissions. The flagship satellite, Tanager-1, utilizes hyperspectral imaging technology to detect methane emissions with high accuracy and spatial resolution. By providing actionable data on high-emitting facilities, it enables governments and operators to take swift measures to reduce emissions and combat climate change.
Launched in August 2024, the Tanager satellite constellation represents a significant advancement in environmental monitoring. With the ability to detect methane emissions over vast areas on a daily basis, it offers a comprehensive view of global greenhouse gas sources. By leveraging NASA JPL technology and rigorous quality-control methods, the satellite system ensures reliable and accurate data for informed decision-making.
Through an open-access portal, the data collected by the Tanager constellation is made freely available to governments, regulators, and other stakeholders. This transparency facilitates collaboration and enables the integration of emission monitoring into environmental policy frameworks. By identifying previously unknown emission sources and supporting leak detection efforts, the satellite system has a tangible impact on reducing greenhouse gas emissions worldwide.
Key characteristics and environmental benefits
- High-Resolution Monitoring: The Tanager satellite constellation provides detailed data on methane emissions with high spatial resolution, enabling the identification of emission sources with precision.
- Actionable Insights: By processing and analyzing the collected data, the satellite system offers actionable insights for governments, regulators, and operators to mitigate emissions effectively.
- Open-Access Data: The data collected by the Tanager constellation is accessible through an open-access portal, promoting transparency and collaboration in environmental monitoring efforts.
- Impactful Leak Detection: The satellite system supports ground actionable leak detection, uncovering previously unknown emission sources and facilitating rapid response measures.
- Global Coverage: With plans to deploy multiple satellites, the Tanager constellation aims to track 90% of global methane and CO₂ high-emitting facilities, providing a comprehensive view of greenhouse gas emissions worldwide.
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