Open-File Report 2012–1185
AbstractThe USGS Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center’s 2011 Year in Review is an annual report recounting the broad scope of the Center’s 2011 accomplishments. The report covers preparations for the Landsat Data Continuity Mission (LDCM) launch, the ever-increasing use of free Landsat data, monitoring the effects of natural hazards, and more to emphasize the importance of innovation in using satellite data to study change over time. |
First posted October 12, 2012 For additional information contact: Part or all of this report is presented in Portable Document Format (PDF); the latest version of Adobe Reader or similar software is required to view it. Download the latest version of Adobe Reader, free of charge. |
Johnson, Rebecca, comp., 2012, 2011 Year in review—Earth Resources Observation and Science Center: U.S. Geological Survey Open-File Report 2012–1185, 30 p.
Director’s Message
T-Minus 24 Months
Results of a Data Revolution
A New Change-Monitoring Tool
Mapping Mangroves
Legacy on the Landscape
Piecing Together Carbon’s Climate Role
Anticipating a Food Crisis
Water’s Whereabouts
Tracking Trends Over Time
Updating the NED
PECORA 18
Last Days For Landsat 5?
Milestones in Data Management
EROS Senior Staff
Major Contractor Partners
Research and Technical Publications
Photo Credits