Grant: Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
University of British Columbia|Université de la Colombie-Britannique
$249,042.00
Improving Estimates of Evapotranspiration and Land Surface Relative Humidity Using Satellite-Derived Soil Moisture and Vegetation Optical Depth from SMAP-SMOS and Land Surface Temperature from Sentinel-3
FY 2020-21 · 2021-03-25
Summary
In recent decades, relative humidity over land has fallen, significantly worsening drought and wildfire. However, how land dryness and air masses interact to induce drier climatic conditions is unclear. Recently, we developed a novel evaporation model that characterizes land-atmosphere feedback processes. In this project, we will adapt this model to satellite land dryness observations, allowing us to estimate evapotranspiration across Canada and globally, and investigate physical mechanisms inducing drier climate. We will also develop a robust drought index to aid in water management and fire risk identification, and in planning potential adaptation strategies to drier climatic conditions.
Department
Program
Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
Location
Vancouver|Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Recipient Type
Academia
Type
Grant
Source
Proactive Disclosure - Grants and Contributions
Amendments
Each version of the agreement as published, oldest first, with its total as of that version. The amount above is the latest.
| Amendment | Date | Fiscal Year | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 2021-03-25 | 2020-21 | $249,042.00 |
| 1 | 2021-03-25 | 2020-21 | $249,042.00 |
As published
Additional Information
The amount allocated covers more than one fiscal year.
Additional Information (French)
La somme allouée couvre plus d'un exercice financier.
Agreement End Date
2025-03-31
Agreement Number
21SUESIELH
Agreement Start Date
2021-03-25
Agreement Title
Improving Estimates of Evapotranspiration and Land Surface Relative Humidity Using Satellite-Derived Soil Moisture and Vegetation Optical Depth from SMAP-SMOS and Land Surface Temperature from Sentinel-3
Agreement Title (French)
Amélioration des estimations de l'évapotranspiration et de l'humidité relative de la surface terrestre à l'aide de l'humidité du sol et de la profondeur optique de la végétation dérivées du satellite SMAP-SMOS et de la température de la surface terrestre dérivée du satellite Sentinel-3
Agreement Type
Grant
Agreement Value
$249,042.00
Amendment Date
2024-03-07
Amendment Number
1
Description
In recent decades, relative humidity over land has fallen, significantly worsening drought and wildfire. However, how land dryness and air masses interact to induce drier climatic conditions is unclear. Recently, we developed a novel evaporation model that characterizes land-atmosphere feedback processes. In this project, we will adapt this model to satellite land dryness observations, allowing us to estimate evapotranspiration across Canada and globally, and investigate physical mechanisms inducing drier climate. We will also develop a robust drought index to aid in water management and fire risk identification, and in planning potential adaptation strategies to drier climatic conditions.
Description (French)
Au cours des dernières décennies, l'humidité relative au-dessus des terres a diminué, aggravant considérablement la sécheresse et les incendies de forêt. Cependant, la manière dont la sécheresse terrestre et les masses d'air interagissent pour induire des conditions climatiques plus sèches n'est pas claire. Récemment, nous avons développé un nouveau modèle d'évaporation qui caractérise les processus de rétroaction terre-atmosphère. Dans ce projet, nous adapterons ce modèle aux observations satellitaires de la sécheresse des terres, ce qui nous permettra d'estimer l'évapotranspiration au Canada et dans le monde, et d'étudier les mécanismes physiques qui induisent un climat plus sec. Nous développerons également un indice de sécheresse robuste pour faciliter la gestion de l'eau et l'identification des risques d'incendie, ainsi que la planification de stratégies d'adaptation potentielles à des conditions climatiques plus sèches.
Expected Results
The Research component of the program provides financial support to organizations to conduct space related research and development in priority areas. It will support targeted knowledge development and innovation to sustain and enhance the Canadian capacity to use space to address national needs and priorities in the future.
Expected Results (French)
Le volet Recherche du programme offre aux organisations une aide financière qui leur permettra de mener leurs activités de recherche et développement spatiales dans des secteurs prioritaires. Ce volet appuiera le développement des connaissances et l’innovation dans les domaines ciblés de manière à soutenir et à accroître la capacité du Canada d’utiliser l’espace pour répondre aux besoins et aux priorités du pays dans le futur.
Organization Code
csa-asc
Organization
Canadian Space Agency | Agence spatiale canadienne
Program Name
Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
Program Name (French)
Programme global de subventions et contributions à l'appui de la recherche, de la sensibilisation et de l'éducation en sciences et technologies spatiales
Program Purpose
This program supports knowledge development and innovation in the CSA's priority areas while increasing the awareness and participation of Canadians in space-related disciplines and activities.
The Research Component aims to support the development of science and technology; foster the continual development of a critical mass of researchers and highly qualified people in Canada; and support information gathering and space-related studies and research pertaining to Canadian Space Agency priorities.
Program Purpose (French)
Ce programme appuie le développement des connaissances et l'innovation dans des domaines prioritaires de l'ASC et accroît la sensibilisation et la participation des Canadiens aux disciplines et aux activités liées à l'espace.
Le volet Recherche vise à soutenir le développement des sciences et des technologies, à favoriser le développement continu d'une masse critique de chercheurs et de personnes hautement qualifiées au Canada, et à appuyer la collecte d'information, la recherche et les études relatives à l'espace en tenant compte des priorités de l'ASC.
Recipient City
Vancouver|Vancouver
Recipient Country
CA
Recipient Legal Name
University of British Columbia|Université de la Colombie-Britannique
Recipient Postal Code
V6T 1Z4
Recipient Province or Territory
BC
Recipient Type
S
Reference Number
003-2020-2021-Q4-05001