S134 Unveiling NSOF: The Unsung Trailblazers of Our Planet's Climate and Weather

Sunday, 12 January 2025
Hall C (New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center)
Tabitha Ann Bartoe, MA, NOAA, Silver Spring, MD

Handout (262.2 kB)

The National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service (NESDIS), a critical division within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), plays an essential role in monitoring and understanding environmental changes on Earth. Despite its significance, NESDIS remains largely unknown to the general public and is often overlooked in media coverage. This article explores the pivotal functions of NESDIS, emphasizing its satellite programs, data collection, and analysis efforts that contribute to weather forecasting, climate monitoring, and disaster response. The underrepresentation of NESDIS in public discourse is addressed, alongside strategies to enhance public awareness and media recognition of its indispensable work. By fostering collaboration between NESDIS, the media, and educational institutions, we can ensure that society better understands and appreciates the contributions of NESDIS to environmental stewardship and public safety.
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