Landsat Next Defined: The Future of Earth Observation Satellites | NASA Goddard

Landsat Next Defined: The Future of Earth Observation Satellites | NASA Goddard

Landsat Next is on the horizon—the new mission will not only ensure continuity of the longest space-based record of Earth’s land surface, it will fundamentally transform the breadth and depth of actionable information freely available to end users.

Let's take a look at the new capabilities that will define the next Landsat mission, which will unlock new applications for water quality, crop production, soil health and much more.

The Landsat Program is a series of Earth-observing satellite missions jointly managed by NASA and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). Landsat satellites have been consistently gathering data about our planet since 1972. They continue to improve and expand this unparalleled record of Earth's changing landscapes for the benefit of all.

Credit: NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC)/Scientific Visualization Studio

Chris Burns [KBRWyle]: Lead Producer

Chris Burns [KBRWyle]: Lead Writer

Ross Walter: Animator

Chantil Hunt Estevez: Animator

Bruce Cook: Interviewee

Jim Pontius: Interviewee

Duration: 11 minutes

Release Date: June 29, 2023

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