Pakistan’s SUPARCO to Launch Indigenous EO-1 Satellite on January 17
Pakistan’s Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has announced the launch of its first indigenous Electro-Optical (EO-1) satellite on January 17. The satellite will be launched from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in China, marking a significant milestone in Pakistan’s space exploration efforts.
Purpose and Capabilities
The EO-1 satellite is designed to enhance Pakistan’s ability to monitor and manage natural resources, predict and respond to natural disasters, support food security, and drive economic growth through informed decision-making and sustainable development. It will enable precision farming by monitoring crops, assessing irrigation needs, predicting yields, and supporting food security initiatives. Additionally, the satellite will assist in tracking infrastructure growth, managing urban sprawl, and aiding city and regional planning efforts. In environmental monitoring and disaster management, it will provide timely updates on floods, landslides, earthquakes, deforestation, and land erosion. Furthermore, the EO-1 satellite will support extraction and conservation strategies for natural resources, including monitoring minerals, oil and gas fields, glacier recession, and water resources.
The launch of the EO-1 satellite represents a significant achievement for SUPARCO and showcases Pakistan’s growing capabilities in space science and technology. It underscores the nation’s commitment to advancing technological innovation and addressing critical challenges through space-based solutions.
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