Satellite-Derived Environmental Indicators

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Introduction

Environmental indicators simplify complex information about the state of the environment and human-environment relationships, identifying problem areas and revealing underlying trends. Satellite data have many worthwhile characteristics, including broad spatial coverage and consistent measurement over time. The development of a scientifically robust set of satellite-derived environmental indicators has the potential to help policymakers make informed decisions and ultimately support policies and programs that protect the environment and human health.