Biomass released into orbit

ESA’s Biomass satellite will be launched from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana on a Vega-C rocket, and released into orbit about one hour after liftoff.
Once in orbit, this latest Earth Explorer mission will provide vital insights into the health and dynamics of the world’s forests, revealing how they are changing over time and, critically, enhancing our understanding of their role in the global carbon cycle.