NASA, University of Nebraska Release New Global Groundwater Maps and U.S. Drought Forecasts
NASA researchers developed new satellite-based, weekly global maps of soil moisture and groundwater wetness conditions and one- to three-month U.S. forecasts of each product.

Air Quality Satellite Constellation Begins Taking Shape
On Feb. 18, 2020, a new era began in an international effort to improve air-quality science and forecasting around the world to help reduce the impact of air pollution on human health and the environment.

Earth Day Network Announces Shift to Global Digital Mobilizations for 50th Anniversary of Earth Day
Amid the recent coronavirus (COVID-19) global pandemic, Earth Day Network, the global organizer of Earth Day, will mark the 50th anniversary of Earth Day with the first Digital Earth Day, a global digital mobilization on April 22, 2020, to address the most urgent threats to people and the planet. 

Landmark Deep-Sea Mission to Boost Ocean Action 
A deep-sea scientific mission to uncharted depths in the Maldives and Seychelles will gather valuable data to support the Commonwealth Blue Charter on ocean action and train local scientists.