EP 15 SATLANTIS: Tracing Emissions from Oil and Gas Pipelines with Aitor Morinigo
In this conversation, Sean Crowell interviews Aitor Morinigo, CEO of Satlantis, about the company's innovative approach to remote sensing and methane detection. Aitor shares his background in mechanical engineering and his journey from working in large corporations to leading a startup focused on satellite technology. The discussion covers the evolution of Satlantis, its partnerships with companies like Encino Environmental Services, and the importance of understanding customer needs in the oil and gas industry. Aitor also highlights the challenges of methane detection and the innovative technologies being developed to address these issues, like polarization sensitivity and higher spatial resolution in their next generation of sensors.KeywordsSatlantis, remote sensing, methane detection, satellite technology, environmental monitoring, space industry, EOChapters00:00 Introduction to Aitor Morinigo and Sattlantis02:10 Aitor's Journey into Remote Sensing and Engineering04:41 Transition from Traditional to New Space07:01 The Importance of Business Acumen in Engineering08:29 Overview of Sattlantis and Its Mission10:13 Sattlantis' Shift to Data Solutions12:58 Partnership with Encino and Industry Insights15:21 Innovative Technology for Pipeline Monitoring17:57 Multispectral Imaging and Its Advantages20:10 Combining Technologies for Enhanced Detection22:36 Business Model and Customer Engagement25:09 Future Developments and Innovations at Sattlantis
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Ep 14 Voices of the OCO-2 and OCO-3 Missions
In this episode, Sean leads us on a journey through the history of the Orbiting Carbon Observatory missions and the scientists whose work has utilized the data to find key insights about the natural and human-influenced carbon cycle. This episode is being released due to the status of these missions being "on the chopping block" in the proposed NASA budget for 2026 by the Trump administration. Keywordscarbon dioxide, climate change, Orbiting Carbon Observatory, NASA, greenhouse gases, carbon cycle, emissions measurement, Earth science, environmental monitoring, climate policy
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Ep 13 TROPOMI: Seeing Methane from Space with Dr. Ilse Aben
How do you detect methane leaks from space? And once you do - what comes next?In this episode, Dr. Ilse Aben shares the story of TROPOMI, the Dutch-led satellite instrument that scans the Earth daily for greenhouse gases. We explore how column measurements are turned into emissions, the power of'tip-and-cue' collaboration with commercial satellites, and how UN-backed systems are turning satellite data into climate action on the ground.• SRON Netherlands Institute for Space Research: https://www.sron.nl/• TROPOMI: https://www.tropomi.eu/• IMEO MARS Program: https://www.unep.org/explore-topics/climate-action/what-we-do/imeo• GHGSat: https://www.ghgsat.com/• Global Methane Hub: https://www.globalmethanehub.org/Episode Outline01:00–04:00 | Scientific Background04:00–09:15 | From SCIAMACHY to TROPOMI09:15–16:00 | How Satellites Measure Methane16:00–20:00 | Methane Sources Explained20:00–25:00 | Diffuse vs. Point Sources25:00–30:00 | Super Emitters and the Tip-and-Cue Model30:00–35:00 | IMEO & Global Mitigation via Satellites35:00–39:00 | Waste Emissions and Monitoring in the Global South39:00–43:00 | What’s Next in Satellite Methane Monitoring43:00–End | Final ReflectionsKeywordsgreenhouse gases, carbon sense, international cooperation, physics, spectroscopy, TROPOMI, satellite measurements
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Ep 12: GHG Monitoring at the EO Summit with Dr. Sean Crowell
SummaryThis conversation delves into the insights from the EO Summit, focusing on greenhouse gas monitoring and pipeline methane emissions. It highlights the advancements in Earth observation technology, the importance of data integration, and the challenges faced in monitoring emissions effectively. The discussion emphasizes the need for trust in data, the role of incentives in emissions reduction, and the collaborative efforts required to address these environmental challenges.Chapters00:00 Overview of the Earth Observation Summit01:36 Insights on Greenhouse Gas Monitoring05:52 Challenges in Pipeline Surveillance and Methane Emissions08:21 The Role of Incentives in Emission Reduction11:43 Exploring Carbon Footprint and Its ImpactKeywordsTerraWatch Space, EO data, greenhouse gas monitoring, methane emissions, pipeline surveillance, Earth observation, environmental science, data integration, climate change, emissions reduction
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Ep 11 Tracking Power Plants from Space Using Satellites and AI with Dr. Heather Couture
In this conversation, Dr. Heather Couture discusses her work with Climate TRACE, focusing on the use of AI and satellite data to estimate CO2 emissions from power plants. She explains the importance of granular data for individual power plants, the challenges of estimating emissions accurately, and the need for collaboration in improving emission monitoring techniques. The discussion covers various aspects of machine learning, satellite technology, and the complexities of emissions data.KeywordsClimate TRACE, AI, CO2 emissions, power plants, satellite data, machine learning, greenhouse gases, emissions monitoring, environmental science, energy production
Hosted by Dr. Sean Crowell, Founder and CEO of LumenUs Scientific, Carbon Sense explores the cutting-edge science and technology driving climate solutions. With a focus on the transformative power of satellite data, each episode dives into the pressing challenges of carbon emissions and climate change. Dr. Crowell brings his expertise and vision for an inclusive, mindful approach to advancing climate technologies, creating a platform for leading experts to share actionable insights and solutions. Tune in to discover how innovation and collaboration are shaping a better future for all of us.
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