Summary

As we have learned, there are a number of different satellites and sensors that can collect different types of data. One question you may have asked yourself is where do the satellites go once they are decommissioned? In recent years space debris has become a growing concern as more and more artificial objects become stuck in Earth’s orbit. As we continue to talk about the impressive applications of remote sensing, it is important to keep in mind that even a satellite in space could be considered part of our human footprint.