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The United Arab Emirates just pledged $1.5 million to help farmers across Asia and the Pacific access cutting-edge agricultural technology that could slash fertilizer costs and boost food security. Satellite monitoring and AI tools will show farmers exactly when and where to apply fertilizer, making farming more affordable and sustainable.
New satellites are helping Egypt's oil and gas sector spot methane leaks from space, turning what once took weeks of ground inspections into near real-time detection. The technology is already identifying emission hotspots across the country's vast energy operations, helping companies fix leaks faster while protecting the climate.
An $88 million satellite collected a year of groundbreaking methane data before losing contact, revealing crucial information that will help hold the oil and gas industry accountable for their climate promises.
Scientists in Spain created a satellite monitoring system that can predict when rodent populations will explode on farms, helping farmers act before crops get destroyed. The technology is 97% accurate and could save countless fields from devastation.
Australian researchers are using satellite imagery and AI to spot destructive invasive weeds with nearly 90% accuracy, offering a game-changing tool to protect farms and native ecosystems. The breakthrough could slash the massive costs of fighting plants that drain $4 billion annually from Australia's economy.