Earth Sciences Division
 

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Goddard Earth Sciences

Discover the groundbreaking work of NASA’s Earth Sciences team at Goddard Space Flight Center. From developing cutting-edge technologies to studying Earth’s complex systems, these world-class scientists are shaping the future to better understand our changing planet.

2024 is the Warmest Year on Record

Earth's average surface temperature in 2024 was the warmest on record, according to an analysis led by NASA scientists.

An Ocean in Bloom

From the far reaches of space, NASA scientists aim to expand their knowledge of how our ocean, atmosphere, and ecosystems interact with one another through the launch of the PACE satellite.

Model Behavior: Visualizing Global Carbon Dioxide

This global map of carbon dioxide was created using a model called GEOS, short for the Goddard Earth Observing System.

Upcoming Events

Monday, February 03, 2025
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
ESSIC Seminar Series
The Invisible River Water Quality: Challenges and Opportunities at the Confluence of "Big" Data and "Deep" Models
Prof. Li Li, Barry and Shirley Isett Professor, Dept. of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Pennsylvania State University
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Tuesday, February 04, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
GMAO Seminar Series
Seasonal and Subseasonal Forecasting for Climate Services
Andrew Robertson, Columbia University
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Tuesday, February 04, 2025
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Engineering Colloquium
A Study of Building Performance in the World Trade Center Disaster
Jim Milke, Professor Emeritus and past chair of the Department of Fire Protection Engineering at the University of Maryland
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