Addressing Future Needs: The Upcoming GeoXO Satellite Constellation

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Geostationary Extended Observations (GeoXO) satellite system will expand observations of Earth that the Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite (GOES-R) constellation currently provides from orbit. The information GeoXO supplies will address emerging environmental issues and challenges regarding weather, the ocean, and the climate. New technology and scientific advancements will improve observations for weather forecasting and provide new ocean and atmospheric measurements. Data from GeoXO will contribute to weather forecast models, drive short-term weather forecasts and severe weather warnings. GeoXO will also detect and monitor environmental hazards like harmful algae blooms, smoke, dust, and volcanic ash, and provide advanced warning to decision makers. We will discuss these new capabilities and introduce a strategy to create future opportunities for mission collaboration among multiple levels of stakeholders.