Emily Dowd, a climate scientist, discovered a significant methane leak in Cheltenham using satellite data, highlighting the effectiveness of space technology in monitoring greenhouse gas emissions.
The leak released over 200 kilograms of methane per hour, equivalent to the electricity used by 7,500 homes yearly, demonstrating the severe environmental impact of unnoticed emissions.
Methane's potential for immediate climate action is underscored by Dowd, who notes, 'If we reduce our emissions of methane, it buys us time whilst we reduce our CO2 emissions.'
The incident shows the importance of satellites in identifying emissions, as Dowd expresses, 'We want to make these emissions visible so ignorance can no longer be used as an excuse for inaction.'
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