Lights of Human Activity Shine at NASAs image at Night

At night, satellite images of Earth capture a uniquely human signal--artificial lighting. Remotely-sensed lights at night provide a new data source for improving our understanding of interactions between human systems and the environment. NASA has developed the Black Marble, a daily calibrated, corrected, and validated product suite, so nightlight data can be used effectively for scientific observations. Black Marble is playing a vital role in research on light pollution, illegal fishing, fires, disaster impacts and recovery, and human settlements and associated energy infrastructures.

https://blackmarble.gsfc.nasa.gov/

Romn, M.O. et al. (2018) NASAs Black Marble nighttime lights product suite. Remote Sensing of Environment. 210, 113143.

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This data and sets of maps was generate as inputs to the Futures of Seafood study State of Play (Work Package 1).Futures of Seafood delivers Australia's first comprehensive analysis of how intensifying ocean demands will reshape seafood production. This landmark 18-month study examines the cumulative impacts of competing ocean uses and policy decisions on the seafood sector. By uniting industry expertise with research capabilities, it creates a single source of truth about challenges and opportunities facing Australian seafood. Through spatial mapping, economic modeling, and social impact assessment, it provides decision-makers with essential insights for managing multiple ocean industries and ensures sustainable seafood production amid changing ocean access.
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Dwnloaded 1/12/2024 https://blackmarble.gsfc.nasa.gov/#product Product VNP46A4 This work was supported by National Environmental Science Program Marine and Coastal Hub Project 4.20 (NESP MaC 4.20).
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Lights of Human Activity Shine at NASAs image at Night
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2025-12-15

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